Ballet for Life

Name: Ballet for Life
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ISBN: 9780789346483

Exercises and Inspiration from the World of Ballet Beautiful

Mary Helen Bowers, Lily Aldridge, Inez van Lamsweerde , Vinoodh Matadin

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Rizzoli International Publications
24 February 2026

Ballet; Exercise & workout books

A chic and instructional guide to the Ballet Beautiful program, featuring dance-inspired training regimens, and health and wellness tips, that help readers transform their bodies through the lessons of ballet.

In 2008, former New York City Ballet dancer, Mary Helen Bowers created Ballet Beautiful, a fitness program inspired by the aesthetic and athletic sensibilities of ballet. Currently available through online streaming, a DVD series, and private classes at their two New York City studios, Ballet Beautiful is a favored exercise and lifestyle brand for models, actresses, and women around the world. Just as Forever Chic revealed the beauty and lifestyle habits of French women to a global audience, this book shows how anyone can achieve a ballerina's beautiful posture, fitness, and style.

By: Mary Helen Bowers
Photographs by: Inez van Lamsweerde, Vinoodh Matadin
Foreword by: Lily Aldridge
Imprint: Rizzoli International Publications
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 248mm, Width: 197mm,
Weight: 567g
ISBN: 9780789346483
ISBN 10: 0789346486
Pages: 192
Publication Date: 24 February 2026
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

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. Mary Helen received a Bachelor's degree in English Literature from Columbia University. In 2008, she launched Ballet Beautiful, a fitness and lifestyle brand inspired by the elegance, beauty, and athleticism of ballet. Ballet Beautiful has a global membership with A-list celebrities, supermodels, and other jet-set clientele. Currently, Bowers lives with her husband in New York City.

Reviews for Ballet for Life: Exercises and Inspiration from the World of Ballet Beautiful

""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