Callanetics Fit Forever

by Callan Pinckney

The creator of the Callanetics exercise plan tailors her program to fit the special needs and limitations of women over forty, offering a balanced fitness program to battle the effects of aging and improve cardiovascular health. Reprint.

Genres: Health

240 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1996

Reviews

[Janet · Rating 4 out of 5]

I tried Callanetics in the 80s, found that it worked, then dropped it. Now that I'm definitely past middle age, I'm scratching my head while wondering why. Callanetics, an anaerobic exercise program, combines ballet stretches with small and controlled, but deep, movements that address muscle groups while also protecting one's back. Combined with a form of aerobic activity, it provides a terrific workout that doesn't put one at risk for injury. Callanetics can also be performed at home, at one's own pace, and broken down in to chunks if need be. Many modifications are provided for different fitness levels as well as injuries and challenges.

I tried and abandoned Pilates, which also combines stretching and deep contractions, to complement jogging. Pilates was designed for professional dancers who are really limber. I am neither a professional dancer nor am I really limber. Pilates' quick, jerky movements were not for me, especially when I couldn't really perform them as designed.

Callanetics Fit Forever is for people who want to remain healthy as long as they have the power to do something about it. Its first half is filled with thorough, but commonly known, information about aging, the benefits of exercise, nutrition and stress. It's not as if we all don't know what we should and shouldn't be doing, but it's helpful to have encouraging reminders. The second half depicts the Callanetics exercise program. Combined with a Callanetics video, this book is a wonderful support in stepping forward in self-care.

[Bobbie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved Callan Pinckney, she left a deep mark in my life.

[Eleanor Hendricks]

I am currently working on the exercises in the book and have lost 13 pounds and 4 inches, it think it a great exercise book.

[Astraia · Rating 3 out of 5]

Great workout book for hard to work out areas.