The book shows and explains the exercises in the Callanetics program, and also has interesting information about Callan Pinckney and why and how she came to create them. Most people start Callanetics to improve their image - their shape - but the major value of them -IMO- is the strength and postural improvements that they provide. The copy I got is in great condition and very usable. I did have to patch a few tears on the dust cover, but for a 35 year old book, that's amazingly good!!
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This book was written 30 years ago, but the material is still relevant and useful. I have been following the plan outlined in the book, and so far so good. Some of the exercises are kind of hard to figure out from a verbal description, but while doing them, your body tells you what feels right.
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I had an original copy of this book years ago and somehow misplaced it. I decided I needed to get to work on this flabby body as I have lost 145# (and need to loose about 30 more) & have bags & sags everywhere. This book was written for people with back problems, or someone looking for low impact exercises to do at home without any expensive equipment!! I love the fact you can start easy and work at your own pace, but still feel you are accomplishing something. I would recommend it to anyone who wants to start out gently and work at your own pace!!
I have leg difficulties. Even though it hurts, I need to be active. I can have no impact on my knees are all. Callanetics offers movement and exercise with no impact which is so helpful to me. I can do most exercises and modify the ones I can't do. I'm pleased.
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This is an awesome book and it really works. I was in a car accident and was having problems with my back. I was going to a chiropractor regularly without any real help. After doing just THREE SESSIONS I was able to really stretch and do one of the last exercises in the book. When I first started my back would not allow me to even get into the position! You will feel so much better!
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