Written by a former dancer, this guide to exercise and body movement is based on the regimen that students and dancers at the prestigious Alvin Ailey Dance Theater undergo to achieve their combination of fitness, grace, and strength. The author has designed workouts that reflect the Alvin Ailey curriculum and which employ aspects of classical, modern, and traditional dance from around the world, as well as yoga and other techniques. In 250 photographs, Alvin Ailey dancers illustrate the rigorous yet effective programs and warmups that readers can follow to develop their own flexibility and endurance.

Complemented by 250 full-color photographs, this innovative new approach to fitness introduces an array of exercises and routines based on dance and movement techniques from the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, all designed for individuals of all fitness levels to help improve posture, increase strength and stamina, promote flexibility, support relaxation, and relieve aches and pains.

Complemented by 250 full-color photographs, this innovative new approach to fitness introduces an array of exercises and routines based on dance and movement techniques from the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, all designed for individuals of all fitness levels to help improve posture, increase strength and stamina, promote flexibility, support relaxation, and relieve aches and pains.