The manual is grounded in the method's "Five Basic Principles," which serve as the framework for every exercise: STOTT PILATES® Manual - Comprehensive Matwork

Ensuring the abdominals stay engaged so the lower back doesn't arch.

Five Basic Principles of STOTT Pilates - Salmon Bay Physical Therapy

The print edition features lay-flat Plasti-Coil binding , laminated covers for durability, and uncoated pages that allow instructors to write personal notes and cues directly on the text. The Five Basic Principles