Introduction to Pilates
Introduction to Pilates
Sunshine Pilates Owner Rachele Dove Breaks Down Fundamentals
Pilates is a form of exercise that focuses on strengthening the core muscles of the body while improving flexibility and balance. Originally developed by Joseph Pilates in the early 20th century, Pilates has become increasingly popular in recent years for its effectiveness in relieving pain, strengthening the body, and promoting overall health and wellness.
If you're new to Pilates, attending an introductory session can be a great way to get started and learn the fundamentals of the practice. Here is what you can expect from an introductory Pilates session.
The session will focus on breathing, being centered, flow, precision, control, and concentration. It will include an introduction to the 5 basic principles of Pilates: breathing, pelvic placement, rib cage placement, scapular movement & stabilization, and head & cervical placement. The exercises will focus on target muscles, stability, mobility, sequencing, endurance, and balance control.
Pilates can be a great way to improve your overall health and wellness, and an introductory session can be a great way to get started. By learning the basics of proper technique and form, you can begin practicing Pilates safely and effectively, whether in a class setting or on your own.
Pilates is focused on improving muscle tone through proper posture, breathing, control and precision. Over the next few weeks, I will provide tips on how to improve your overall mobility, flexibility, and strength by becoming more aware of your body and space. I will explain fundamental exercises focusing on proper positioning to help increase your skill and control to maximize the full benefits of Pilates.
Here is a simple exercise to become more aware of your body and space:
Standing tall, visualize a string being pulled from the top of your head, your eyes sit above your shoulders and your back straight. Your body should feel light over your hips. Focus on grounding your feet on the floor. Take a few moments to familiarize yourself with this technique. Proper breathing will help you to relax your muscles and relieve tension.
Stay tuned for my next article, where we’ll focus on breathing.