Product Description

Sculpted and defined. Slim and toned. Perfect posture. What does Darcey Bussell do to maintain her fabulous body? Ballet, unlike other forms of exercise, does not bulk the body up, but rather defines and sculpts it. In this beautifully illustrated book, Darcey Bussell, one of the world's leading ballerinas, shows how you too can develop the figure of a dancer. Combining Pilates, Floor Barre and stretching, this is Darcey’s daily exercise programme that keeps her in shape and ready for the stage. Pilates strengthens, lengthens and tones muscles. Floor Barre is a full body-conditioning workout that targets the abdominals, the glutes, thighs, calves and arms. Stretch keeps the body flexible and supple, boosts energy and improves posture. Follow Darcey's unique workout and you too will look and feel fabulous.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #61342 in Books
• Published on: 2007-01-04
• Original language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• 192 pages

About the Author
Darcey Bussell is one of our most talented and celebrated ballet dancers. She joined the Royal Ballet as a Soloist, becoming a first Soloist in September 1989. Three months later, on the first night of The Prince of the Pagodas, Darcey was promoted to the rank of Principal when she was aged just twenty. She has written three books on ballet and Pilates. She was created a Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) in the 2006 Birthday Honours list. She lives in London with her husband, Angus Forbes, and their two daughters, Phoebe and Zoe.

Customer Reviews

Effective and enjoyable. Who needs gyms when they can do this instead?
I injured my back and it took almost two months to get better, during which time I gained weight through inactivity. I needed to find something wich would give me back some flexibility without straining my back and triggering the injury again. This book is perfect. It's aimed at strengthening the muscles without bulking up, and does so in a way that works the body without causing strain. The exercises made me feel strong and flexible again and the best part is that as you get fitter you can stretch more into the positions and feel like you're achieving even more, so it's not an inert programme that will only take you so far. This is a programme that will help you regain fitness that you've lost, or improve your current fitness. This book was written by someone who really knows what she's talking about, and it shows.

perfect advice and lovley routine
I've only been practicing this workout for a short time but its really nice. Its completetly about toning your body. Darcey gives great advice on how to achive the best results and how to exercise in a safe, healthy way. The routine makes me feel stronger (without being bulkier), happier and so very graceful. I shall be considering Darcey's dvd's for my next fitness purchase.

Great book
This book is so easy to follow the pilates exercises. I also have the Darcey Bussell DVD and i use both. This was great value for money and i am pleased with it.