Yoga & Pilates
Yoga is an ancient practice developed over thousands of years through spiritual teachings. Pilates is much newer, having been invented in the early 1900s. Both practices are popular with those who want to incorporate strength, flexibility, and mindfulness into their daily lives. This title examines the history of both exercise forms and offers how-to guides on poses, stretches, and exercises that can help people feel their best. Features include a glossary, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
Interest Level | Grade 6 - Grade 12 |
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Reading Level | Grade 8 |
Genre | Nonfiction |
Subject | Health |
Copyright | 2025 |
Division | Abdo Publishing |
Imprint | Essential Library |
Language | English |
Number of Pages | 112 |
Season | 2024-08-01 |
ISBN | 9781098293321, 9798384912590 |
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Title Format | Reinforced Library Bound Hardcovers, Multi-user eBook |
Dewey | 613.71 |
Graphics | Full-color photographs |
Dimensions | 6.25 x 9.25 |
Lexile | 1070 |
Features | Glossary of key words, Index, Informative sidebars, Sources for further research, and Table of contents |
Essential Fitness - School Library Journal
How do you start a fitness routine? What do you need and what is safe? These questions and more are addressed for teens looking to develop healthy habits around exercise. Hot topics are explored like fitness-based applications and specific exercises hyped on social media. Clutter and buzz around what the right workout routine is or even the right time of day to workout are demystified in easy-to-understand sidebar discussions. Sample experiences remain the core of the text as readers can shadow others on their fitness journey to see how to approach workout buddies and healthy habits. VERDICT A collection of high-interest exercise topics that balance inclusion of abilities and fitness goals for teens with reliable, safe information.