Let’s focus on one of the Basic Principles of Pilates! PELVIC PLACEMENT STABILIZING THE PELVIS AND LUMBAR SPINE: 2 positions: Neutral and Imprint Neutral – Small natural curve in low back Pelvis lies parallel to mat without strain in low back Imprint – Engaging the abdominals to flatten the back and tilt pelvis posteriorly Used […]
Shoulder Stabilization
Let’s focus on one of the Basic Principles of Pilates! SHOULDER AND SCAPULAR STABILIZATION STABILIZING THE SCAPULAE: For better posture To prevent over-use of muscles around the neck and shoulders A sense of stability, not rigidity, should always be maintained Maintain a sense of width across the chest The scapulae should lie flat on the […]
Rib Cage Placement
Let’s focus on another one of the Basic Principles of Pilates! RIB CAGE PLACEMENT RIB CAGE PLACEMENT: All of your abdominal muscles attach at the bottom of your ribs You must use your abdominal muscles to keep your ribs from deviating forward when reaching overhead When lying on your back, try to maintain a sense […]
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