Pilates Basics
is the
foundation of exercises originally developed by Joseph
H. Pilates to benefit bed-bound patients during World
War I. Pilates developed a series of basic exercises
designed to help patients tone and lengthen their
muscles. Eventually he brought his Pilates basics to New
York where he developed a loyal following.
The
basics of Pilates include exercises designed to help you
improve balance, coordination, strength and flexibility.
Mental concentration on the exercises and mental
concentration on specific breathing sequences combine to
create this beneficial exercise.
The
secret to Pilates is in the "powerhouse”. In Pilates
basics you quickly learn that the core of the body, the
abdomen, is called the "powerhouse”. All movements are
designed to work your body as an entire unit, a whole,
in order to provide an exercise program that works the
muscles through their full range of motion.
It is
the muscles of the abdomen and the spine that are the
focus of "powerhouse” in Pilates. The abdominal muscles
are made up of the rectus abdominis, the transverse
abdominis, and the internal and external obliques.
Pilates basics focuses on creating strong abdominal and
spinal muscles which work together to improve strength,
coordination, flexibility and balance.
While
Pilates is a kinder and gentler exercise, similar to
yoga, it should not be mistaken for a "wimpy” exercise.
Ask devotees of
Winsor Pilates
and they will be the first to tell you that Mari Winsor
has created a Pilates exercise designed around "dynamic
sequencing”. With "dynamic sequencing” Winsor Pilates
aggressively works the core of to create a longer and
leaner body.
Because
Pilates is not a joint-jarring exercise, it can be
practiced by people at varying fitness levels. But make
no mistake, this is indeed a workout. However, this
exercise workout will leave you feeling invigorated and
strong. Pilates will leave you feeling taller, leaner,
energized and confident. The breathing exercises that
accompany all Pilates movements will help you to feel
calmer and more centered.
Why not
give it a try? Pilates basics is simply
a group of exercises accompanied by specific breathing
routines designed to help strengthen, tone and lengthen
your muscles…especially those of the "powerhouse”. More
energy, confidence, strength…yes, that makes Pilates
basics sound like a plan for me!
Pilates
Ball Workout
To
enhance your Pilates exercises,
consider adding a Pilates Ball
Workout for additional variety and
resistance.
Pilates For Men
Is there a Pilates
for Men, designed just for you? The answer is yes! Pilates for Men was
specifically designed by Alisa Wyatt.
Mari Winsor Pilates Mari Winsor
Pilates represents results. Dynamic sequencing has proven to be a
successful component of this exciting exercise program
Supreme Pilates
Simply by adding a bit of light resistance to your Pilates workouts, you
will increase your intensity and as such step up your aerobic activity
which will burn more fat
