Ballet for Life: Exercises and Inspiration from the World of Ballet Beautiful
(Hardback)
Publishing Details
Ballet for Life: Exercises and Inspiration from the World of Ballet Beautiful
By (Author) Mary Helen Bowers
Foreword by Lily Aldridge
Photographs by Inez van Lamsweerde
Photographs by Vinoodh Matadin
Rizzoli International Publications
Rizzoli International Publications
17th October 2017
United States
Classifications
General
Non Fiction
Ballet
613.719
Physical Properties
Hardback
192
Width 203mm, Height 254mm, Spine 23mm
1012g
Description
A chic and instructional guide to the Ballet Beautiful program, featuringdance-inspired training regimens, and health and wellness tips, that help readerstransform their bodies through the lessons of ballet.
In 2008, former New York City Ballet dancer, Mary Helen Bowers created BalletBeautiful, a fitness program inspired by the aesthetic and athletic sensibilities ofballet. Currently available through online streaming, a DVD series, and privateclasses at their two New York City studios, Ballet Beautiful is a favoured exercise andlifestyle brand for models, actresses, and women around the world.
Reviews
"The book includes exercises, posture lessons, and wellness tips, accompanied by 150 photographs."
Publishers Weekly
"This week, the artist and teacher releases Ballet for Life (Rizzoli), a gorgeous monograph shot by Inez & Vinoodh displaying each component of Ballet Beautiful, from workout techniques to fashion, beauty and wellness"
CR Fashion Book
Author Bio
Mary Helen Bowers is a professional ballet dancer and CEO of Ballet Beautiful. For ten years,she danced with the New York City Ballet at Lincoln Center and stages around the world. In2008, she launched Ballet Beautiful, a fitness and lifestyle brand inspired by the elegance,beauty, and athleticism of ballet. Ballet Beautiful now has a global membership with A-listcelebrities, supermodels, and other jet-set clientele. Currently, Bowers lives with herhusband in New York City.
