A complete manual for the Universal Pilates Springboard by Pilates expert Ellie Herman, inventor of the Pilates Springboard. This guide is meant for Pilates trainers and fitness professionals as well as for Pilates aficionados who want a deeper understanding of their own practice. The book takes you through the classic Pilates Springboard repertoire as well as introducing original exercises developed by Ellie Herman and her instructors over the last 25 years. The majority of these exercises can also be done on the Cadillac. For the Push-thru bar, Trapeze and Fuzzies repertoire please purchase Ellie Herman's Pilates Cadillac Manual.

Included in the book:
• thumbnail workout cheat sheets by level
• expanded front material
• proper breathing & specific alignment cues
• benefits & contraindications
• step by step photo sequences
• rehabilitation applications
• special tips & imagery