with pilates expert Karin Hagberg

Correct breathing will assist in muscle control and revitalize the body with fresh oxygen to give us more energy. There are many different breathing techniques but in Pilates we practise “lateral thoracic breathing” while exercising. This means that you breathe into the lower ribcage and upper back to make maximum use of your lung capacity.
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Meditation means different things to different people. There are many types and variations of meditation but it can basically be defined as any activity in which you control or focus your attention on or become very aware of your thoughts and different “identities.” The goal of meditation is to help your body achieve a state [...]

There are 8 principles that helps define the Pilates Exercise Method
1. Concentration
2. Centering
3. Control
4. Precision
5. Flowing movement
6. Isolation
7. Routine
8. Breathing
1. Concentration
Pilates require concentration or mental focus. It is important to focus on the body while you perform the exercises and don’t let your thoughts wander. Put all your focus on the exercise or move [...]