Joseph Pilates created a wonderful system of movement and exercise that continues to inspire students and teachers alike. While parts of his program are truly visionary, several of his beliefs have not turned out to be true. Today I look at Joseph Pilates' books Your Health  (1934) and Return to Life through Contrology (1945) and examine his theories on movement and wellness.  I want to hear from you! Share your thoughts and follow the podcast on Instagram and Facebook @pilatesstudentsmanual. Full show notes, episode transcription, and chapter markers can be found on the podcast website here: https://bit.ly/PilatesStudentsManual. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast for updates, and rate and review wherever you listen!  Episodes now available on YouTube: *https://bit.ly/YouTubePSM*  Email pilatesstudentsmanual@oliviabioni.com with your feedback.  Show Notes:  You may also enjoy my episode on Caged Lion: *https://bit.ly/PSMs2e4* and the History of Pilates: *https://bit.ly/PSMs1e3* to hear more about Joe.  Read Caged Lion *https://bit.ly/CagedLion*, Your Health *https://bit.ly/YourHealthPilates*, and Return to Life *https://bit.ly/JoeReturntoLife* for yourself, and let me know what you think!  Support the podcast:    Visit *links.oliviabioni.com/affiliates* and take advantage of some sweet deals on products I use and enjoy with my affiliate links!  Episode Music:  This episode uses NCS music in compliance with https://ncs.io/usage-policyTrack: Syn Cole - Gizmo [NCS Release]Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds.Watch: https://youtu.be/pZzSq8WfsKoFree Download / Stream: http://ncs.io/GizmoTrack: Syn Cole - Feel Good [NCS Release]Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds.Watch: https://youtu.be/q1ULJ92aldEFree Download / Stream: http://ncs.io/feelgoodSupport the show