From Lotus Publishing comes The Anatomy of Pilates, written by UK-based Pilates instructor and physiotherapist Paul Massey.

Complete with 150 full-colour anatomical illustrations, the book is designed to show the reader what happens inside the body whilst Pilates exercises are undertaken.

Said to be ideal for Pilates teachers, physical therapists, health professionals and those who practice the activity, it informs the reader on how it lengthens and strengthens all the body's muscle groups,

Each exercise comes with a list of which muscles are involved with the illustrations showing how the muscle moves during the exercise.

The book is available for £14.99.