Chapter 1
The origin story of contrology
Chapter 2
The six core principles of movement
Chapter 3
The strange machines of the Pilates studio
Chapter 4
From rehab to global fitness phenomenon
YOUR GOAL
Master of The story of Pilates
Ch 2 · The six core principles of movement
esther Principles of movement
With mindful breath, and deep control, (oh-oh) / Six core principles make you whole!
esther Control ensures that every exercise is executed with deliberate, smooth, and injury-free movements.
esther Concentration requires complete mental focus to ensure muscles perform movements with maximum efficiency.
Fun Fact
Breathing efficiency: Joseph Pilates believed that incomplete exhalation was the primary cause of poor health and stale air remaining in the lungs.
Glossary
powerhouse (noun)
A person or thing of great energy, strength, or power. Joseph Pilates identified this abdominal region as the physical anchor for his system's six foundational tenets.
A person or thing of great energy, strength, or power. Joseph Pilates identified this abdominal region as the physical anchor for his system's six foundational tenets.
Quiz
Which of the following is considered one of the six traditional principles of Pilates?