This is because our spines are naturally curved and should be exercised in this position, therefore the traditional, old fashioned way of flattening your spine to the floor for exercises does not exercise the core optimally. There should be a small space between your lower back and your mat. The neutral position lies somewhere in-between these two positions. Gently rock your pelvis back and fore so that you go from flattening your lower back into the mat, to arching it away from the mat. Lie on your mat as per the photo, with your feet hip distance apart.
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If this is not set correctly then you will not be able to use the muscles to their full advantage. The pilates rest position is the foundation to your exercises. There is so much research now to back up the benefits of pilates but it is about choosing the correct movement for your body and your goals. If your programme is individually prepared for you then it WILL be relevant and beneficial.
Rather than assume its too easy/difficult/not relevant/not effective etc try to commence with a clean slate, no judgement, no expectation.įor some unknown reason it is often painted as a workout for the older person, females only, the less fit person … I have no idea why these judgements occur! Just google the athletes that now make pilates part of their daily practise! It can be as easy or difficult as your body requires, but the key is getting your workout tailored to suit YOU. This is a big one! There seems to be a huge amount of misconceptions regarding pilates from some of those who have never done it before. If you need a quick reminder of why pilates is great for you click here. You simply won’t achieve what the exercises are designed to do.
If your technique is poor you will constantly be battling against yourself, creating compensations, imbalances, and moving less efficiently. If you have the correct technique you can then focus on improving strength, endurance, flexibility & mobility.
With this being January and the start of many people’s “new fitness regimes” I thought I’d do a post on your pilates technique! This applies to ANYONE starting pilates, but is also just as important to the regular participant for perfecting your technique and avoiding bad habits.
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