Principles Of The Pilates Method Of Body Conditioning By Sarah Thomas At Isnare.com Ezine Articles

Having been developed by the legendary German native Joseph Pilates, the Pilates Method of Body Conditioning follows important principles based on a well designed theoretical, as well as philosophical, foundation. Although this method of body conditioning is most often considered a form of exercise, there is actually much more depth to the Pilates Method of Body Conditioning than being considered simply an exercise. Besides being a form of exercise, the Pilates Method of Body Conditioning is actually a method, designed and improved over the last 80 years, from actual use, as well as observation.

Pilates Method of Body Conditioning was designed by using a number of different diverse exercise methods. These methods include:

* Yoga
* Greek ideals
* Roman ideals
* Zen

Using some of the principles of the above exercising styles, as well as considering a few other major principles, the Pilates Method of Body Conditioning was derived. These principles include:

* centering
* concentration
* control
* precision

The following paragraphs will discuss these principles in relation to the Pilates Method of Body Conditioning.

First, let us take a look at centering as it applies to the Pilates Method of Body Conditioning. There is a group of muscles we all have in our "center" or core. This is sometimes known as our powerhouse. Included in our "center" are:

* our abdomen
* our lower back
* our hips
* our buttocks

Per Pilates Method of Body Conditioning, all of the energy we need for our workouts originate in our "center", them moves outward to our extremities. It is believed that our physical energy is exerted from our "center" to help coordinate our movements. Knowing this, and accomplishing this, can help you to devise a strong foundation to build upon.

Concentration is the next principle of Pilates Method of Body Conditioning we will explore. Concentration is vital, not only that you concentrate fully on what you are doing, but it is important to concentrate on your entire body, as well. With your full concentration on your body, you will find the movements will flow.

The Pilates Method of Body Conditioning strongly teaches that complete muscle control is absolutely necessary. Sloppy or uncontrolled movements are never included in the Pilates Method of Body Conditioning. On the contrary, concentration is vital so that we may be in control of every aspects of our movements and body conditioning.

Every single movement you make in the Pilates Method of Body Conditioning has a distinct purpose. Thus, each instruction we are given is vital to the our success as a whole. If we leave out even the slightest detail, we are in a sense, abandoning the value of the Pilates Method of Body Conditioning. The main focus is to use concentration, control and precision in each move you make.

Finally, good breathing techniques and fluidity are important principles of the Pilates Method of Pilates Methods. Breathing should be controlled, not forced, and movements should be graceful.

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