Peyow Aqua Pilates
Going with the flow, the new fusion workout.
Pilates principals and exercises
are adapted for the water. “Peyow” (pee-yow’) is the Chinese mandarin
word for “float”, “floating Pilates”. Anne
Pringle Burnell, developer of the Peyow® Aqua Pilates program has
announced the publication of the Peyow® Aqua Pilates Instructor Manual
for instructors and therapists written with physical therapist Lee Everett. In
addition to the manual, an 85-minute DVD has been produced.
The DVD features postural and
exercise instruction throughout, different modifications for all levels,
and a laminated workout basics fold-out to take to the pool with you. Peyow® Aqua Pilates
was featured in Chicago Magazine, and Chicago Health & Beauty as
one of the best new fusion workouts of 2005. Original music featured
in the DVD, Aquacadence, is also available on CD.
The Peyow® Aqua Pilates workout facilitates increased
flexibility while challenging the individual to maintain core stabilization,
balance, and postural alignment in the healing environment of water. Pilates
enthusiasts who practice traditional Pilates may want to add the element
of water for a greater challenge to stability. It is a great
alternative for those who have limitations in the Pilates mat workout,
which is gravity based (body weight) or do not have access to the resistance
machines of traditional Pilates. Beginning Pilates students, especially
those who love aquatics, could benefit greatly from adding some of
these core strengthening and stretching exercises to their routine.
Peyow® Pilates classes
are currently offered at The Peninsula Spa, Chicago, Woman's Athletic
Club of Chicago and University of Illinois Chicago.
Peyow® Aqua Pilates was developed by Anne Pringle Burnell, a
Stott Pilates™, American Council on Exercise, and Aerobics & Fitness
Association of America certified instructor. Peyow® Aqua Pilates
is approved by the American Council on Exercise, and the Aerobics & Fitness
Association of America for continuing education. She also developed
the Stronger Seniors Workout Program as seen on TV. (www.strongerseniors.com)