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This month purchase the matwork at home series and receive a bonus yoga workout absolutely FREE
Stay relaxed and revitalized during the upcoming holiday season. During the month of November, purchase the STOTT PILATES Matwork* series on VHS or DVD and get Simple Stretches: Pilates-infused* Yoga for FREE. |
Simple Stretches: level 1 of the Pilates-infused Yoga series blends the best of both yoga and pilates into a gentle sequence of stretching, breathing and relaxation.
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The Pilates Matwork Series presents four progressively demanding workouts to strengthen, stretch and streamline your entire body. Series includes:
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| level 1The Secret to Flat Abs |
level 2
Firm & Fit |
level 3
Core Challenge |
level 4 Strong & Streamlined |
VHS: US $49.80 | $69.80 CDN ...save: US $14.95 | $19.95 CDN
DVD: US $69.80 | $89.80 CDN ...save: US $19.95 | $24.95 CDN
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Some restrictions apply. Offer expires midnight, E.S.T., November 30, 2003. May not be combined with other offers. VHS format Matwork series orders will receive Simple Stretches on VHS. DVD format Matwork series orders will receive Simple Stretches on DVD.
For further details, please email or call us at 800-910-0001 ext. 250.
To redeem please enter code SSN3.. Click to shop. |
| .in the news |
.product updates |
The October/November issue of TRAX, the official publication of MultiTrax UK, includes Growing Old Gracefully, an article by Moira Merrithew.
The October issue of Microsoft’s FamilyWave, online magazine features an article on yoga and pilates. Click to read the article.
Thanks to those of you who sent us your STOTT PILATES success stories to consider for our upcoming direct response television program, which we are co-producing with Artisan Home Entertainment. We appreciate your enthusiasm and support. You will be notified if yours has been selected. |
 Presses are rolling on the new Cadillac Manuals. The entire repertoire, represented in two volumes, Essential and Intermediate/Advanced contains all the detailed instruction, modifications and photographs you have come to appreciate in the STOTT PILATES teaching manuals. Due to arrive Dec 1.
RECEIVE FREE SHIPPING if you preorder before Dec 1. Offer applies to these titles only. Call 1-800-910-0001 ext. 250 or email , quote code CMN3. |
 Pre-order DVDs & French titles now and SAVE.
These new titles will be ready to ship in December, just in time for your New Year’s resolutions: On DVD – Sunrise Workout, Core Balance, Revive Workout, Fitness Circle Workout, Sculpt & Tone. Also 3 French titles on DVD: Basic Pilates, Secret to Flat Abs and Firm & Fit. Plus, 3 French titles on VHS: Be Kind to Your Spine, Sunrise Workout and Core Challenge.
RECEIVE FREE SHIPPING if you preorder before Dec 1. Offer applies to these titles only. Call 1-800-910-0001 ext. 250 or email , quote code DVN3. |
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| .events |
| Join us at the following tradeshows and take advantage of our show specials to save up to 25% off the regular list price on demo equipment at selected shows. Pre-order your equipment by contacting sales@stottpilates.com. Plus, fill out a ballot for your chance to win a STOTT PILATES gift certificate. While at our booth, we'd be happy to offer you a complimentary workout*** .......................... |
CAN-FIT-PRO, ST. JOHN'S
November 7 & 8, 2003
HGR Mews Community Centre, 40 Mundy Pond Road, St. John's, NFLD
Registration & Information: www.canfitpro.com
1-800-667-5622 or 905-305-8450
PRE-CONS:
Friday, November 7
 Essential Matwork 5pm-8pm
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ECA MIAMI
November 14 to 16, 2003
Radisson Deauville Resort, Miami Beach, Florida
Registration & Information: www.ecaworldfitness.com or 1-888-miami-eca
PRE-CONS:
Thursday, November 13
Intermediate Reformer 8am-12noon
Group Fitness Reformer 1pm-5pm
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THE YOGA SHOW & CONFERENCE
November 21 to 23, 2003
Metro Toronto Convention Centre, Toronto, ON
Registration & Information: www.yogashow.com
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| .education |
INTERNAL EDUCATION: upcoming courses at the STOTT PILATES International Certification Center in Toronto Canada
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EXTERNAL EDUCATION: upcoming courses and workshops held at locations around the world. Locations with a star are STOTT PILATES Licenced Certification Centers. The rest are STOTT PILATES authorized hosted courses
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IMP Intensive Mat-Plus*
-- November 10 to 21, 2003
-- January 19 to 30, 2004
IR Intensive Reformer
-- November 24 to December 12, 2003
ICCB Intensive Cadillac Chair & Barrels
-- December 1 to 17, 2003
CMR Comprehensive Mat & Reformer
-- January 19 to April 30, 2004
CCCB Comprehensive Cadillac, Chair & Barrels
-- January 19 to March 11, 2004
AM Advanced Matwork
-- November 4, 2003
AR Advanced Reformer
-- November 5 to 7, 2003
ACCB Advanced Cadillac, Chair & Barrels
-- December 18 to 19, 2003
Get more information on the certification program and course dates available in Toronto and elsewhere. or contact Sarah Jarvis at 1-800-910-0001 ext. 246 or email sarah
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USA
 SCOTTSDALE, ARIZONA more info
-- Injury & Special Populations – starts Dec 12
-- Intensive Reformer, level 1 – starts Dec 28
LONG BEACH, CALIFORNIA more info
-- Mat & Reformer-based Ball workshop – Nov 11
-- Foam Roller workshop – Dec 6
-- Intensive Mat-Plus – starts Jan 2, 2004
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA more info
-- Advanced Cadillac, Chair & Barrels – starts Nov 15
-- Advanced Matwork – starts Dec 14
-- Intensive Mat-Plus – starts Jan 10, '04
SAN JOSE, CALIFORNIA more info
-- Advanced Cadillac, Chair & Barrels – starts Nov 15
-- Advanced Reformer – starts Dec 12
MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA more info
-- Intensive Mat-Plus (weekends) – starts Jan 16, '04
-- Intensive Mat-Plus (weekdays) – starts Jan 26, '04
-- Intensive Mat-Plus (weekdays) – starts Feb 9, '04
BLOOMFIELD HILLS, MICHIGAN more info
-- Power Fitness Circle workshop – Nov 21
-- Pre-natal workshop – Nov 29
NEW YORK, NEW YORK more info
-- Essential & Intermediate BOSU® – Nov 15
-- Ultimate Body Sculpting Flex-Band* – Nov 15
-- Roll into Shape Foam Roller workshop – Nov 16
 CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA more info
-- Advanced Matwork – starts Nov 9
YOUNGSTOWN, OHIO more info
-- Intensive Mat-Plus – starts Feb 20, 2004
PORTLAND, OREGON more info
-- Advanced Matwork – starts Nov 14
-- Advanced Reformer – starts Nov 16
-- Rehab Level One – starts Jan 24, '04
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON more info
-- Advanced Cadillac, Chair, Barrels – starts Dec 6
-- Intensive Mat-Plus – starts Jan 10
-- Intensive Cadillac, Chair, Barrels – starts Jan 17
VANCOUVER, WASHINGTON more info
-- Advanced Matwork – starts Nov 14
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CANADA
WINNIPEG, MANITOBA more info
-- Injury & Special Populations – starts Jan 17, '04
-- Intensive Reformer – starts Feb 23, '04
FONTHILL, ONTARIO more info
-- Intensive Mat-Plus – starts Nov 14
INTERNATIONAL
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA more info
-- Intensive Mat-Plus – starts Nov 17
-- Intensive Cadillac, Chair & Barrels – starts Nov 17
SANTIAGO, CHILE more info
-- Intensive Mat-Plus – starts Jan 5, '04
-- Advanced Matwork – starts Jan 14, '04
AARHUS, DENMARK more info
-- Advanced Matwork – starts Nov 8
-- Intensive Mat-Plus – starts Nov 21
-- Intensive Mat-Plus – starts Jan 2, '04
ALBERTSLUND, DENMARK more info
-- Intensive Mat-Plus – starts Dec 1
MUNICH, GERMANY more info
-- Advanced Matwork – starts Nov 14
GUAYNABO, PUERTO RICO more info
-- Intensive Mat-Plus – starts Nov 17
-- Advanced Matwork – starts Nov 29
MADRID, SPAIN more info
-- Intensive Mat-Plus – starts Nov 17
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upcoming CEC workshops
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Nov 3 Mat-Based Stability Ball
Nov 4 Reformer-based Flex-Band
Dec 12 Ultimate Back Care
Dec 13 Pre-Natal Workshop
See the complete list of workshops being offered both in Toronto and elsewhere. To register for Toronto courses and workshops, please contact Sarah at ext. 246 |
To register for these courses and workshops, please contact Andrea at ext. 299. STOTT PILATES Training and Certification courses and workshops are also available at STOTT PILATES licensed certification centers throughout North America. Click for details and a center near you
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| .exercise of the month |
TEASER exercise 1 .......... Be certain to warm up before exercising. Read these important cautions
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STARTING POSITION
Lying on your back in an imprinted position. Legs are parallel and together, straight on a diagonal as low as your imprint can be maintained, toes are gently pointed. Arms are long overhead as far back as possible while still maintaining contact with theback of ribcage and mat, shoulder girdle is stabilized.
EXERCISE
INHALE slide scapulae/shoulder blades down back and reach arms toward ceiling. Then sequentially roll spine off mat, one vertebra at a time, to balance just back of sit-bones, reaching arms toward feet, with a slight curve in lower spine/lumbar and lengthened upper spine. Reach arms by ears.
EXHALE initiate by rolling pelvis away from legs and sequentially roll spine down to mat through imprint, arms by ears, back to starting position.
Complete 3-5 repetitions
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FOCUS
Roll through imprint by articulating each part of spine sequentially off mat when rolling up and again during roll down.
In V-position, lengthen upper spine and reach arms by ears (use abdominals to stay slightly back of sit-bones and keep lower spine/lumbar slightly flexed, avoid gripping in the front of the hip and losing pelvic stability).
Articulate pelvis away from legs as roll down begins, lengthening the front of the hips.
Maintain abdominal connection to keep pelvis stabilized throughout.
Stabilize scapulae throughout roll up and roll down as well as during arm and leg movement.
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1. starting position
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2. reach arms to feet
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3. arms by ears
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4. roll down
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| Excerpted from the STOTT PILATES Comprehensive Matwork manual. STOTT PILATES manuals include additional instructional information, and modifications, not included here. |
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