Health & Well-Being

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

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.

About The Author

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.

  • Publish Date: March 03, 2026
  • Format: Hardcover
  • Category: Health & Fitness - Exercise - General
  • Publisher: Rizzoli Universe Promotional Books
  • Trim Size: 7-3/4 x 9-3/4
  • Pages: 192
  • US Price: $17.98
  • CDN Price: $24.98
  • ISBN: 978-0-7893-4648-3

Author Bookshelf: Mary Helen Bowers, Lily Aldridge, Inez van Lamsweerde, Vinoodh Matadin