Tagged: Pelvic Floor

What is Pilates all about?

In Pilates we use the body as a whole unit to develop strong and lean muscles. Pilates concentrates on working our body’s stabilisers or postural muscles (such as the Pelvic Floor and Transverse Abdominis) before training the global or outer layer of muscles (such as the biceps). Pilates should invigorate & energize the body by [...]

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The Pilates Principles

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 [...]

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