Pilates is a body conditioning system that was developed in the early 20th century by Joseph Pilates. Pilates called his method Contrology which refers to the way the method encourages the use of the mind to control the muscles. This fitness program focuses awareness of breath, alignment of the spine, and strength of the core postural muscles. The following six principles of pilates that are the real key to progress for many students of pilates.
1. Centering: Bring your focus to the center of your body, the powerhouse area between the lower ribs and pubic bone.
2. Concentration: Remember that conscious control of your movements enhances body awareness. Commit your full attention to each exercise to obtain the maximum value from each movement.
3. Control: Complete ever pilates exercise with complete muscular control, leaving no body part to its own devices.
4. Precision: Maintain proper form throughout each movement for safe, effective results.
5. Breath: Joseph Pilates emphasized using a very full breath in his exercises. Proper breathing is an important part of your pilates practice. It involves inhaling through your nose and exhaling through your mouth. Full inhalations and exhalations are important because they aid in movement control during difficult abdominal exercises. Avoid holding your breathe at any point during your workout.
6. Fluidity: Pilates exercise is done in a flowing, graceful and elegant manner. Smooth, continuous motions are encouraged over jarring repetitions.
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