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Friday, September 22, 2006

Things to consider when beginning pilates!

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Hi all,
Today, I would like to share with the beginners what are the things to consider before beginning Pilates.

Pilates workouts can benefit people of any age that are in any degree of physical condition. However, getting in to the activity can be difficult when one doesn’t know what to do. To that end, we’ve composed this article to help you get to know a little bit about the exercise routine and what you need to do to prepare yourself for beginning pilates workouts.

There are over 500 different types of exercises that make up pilates. It can be an astounding number when you first consider it, but over time, you’ll get used to the routines that you are getting into and it won’t be as overwhelming.

One important thing to note for a person that is beginning pilates is that the exercises may seem to be extremely hard when you are first starting out. It’s important to not be discouraged by this aspect, as your body needs to adjust to several changes as you get deeper into your pilates routine. Be sure to begin to practice slowly without trying to jump right in, and you’ll find that it will be easier to adjust.

If you’re looking for a place to begin your pilates routine, you probably won’t have to look far. Most major fitness centers have caught on to the pilates craze, and having an instructor can truly benefit your pilates experience. In addition to keeping you focused by not wanting to disappoint your instructor, they can also be of assistance should you be performing an exercise incorrectly.

When signing up for a pilates class, you’re going to want to ask the instructor what supplies you need to bring. While some classes offer all the pilates equipment for you, others may expect you to bring your own equipment. Most beginning pilates classes incorporate the use of a mat, first and foremost. Even if the fitness center that you’ll be exercising at offers mats for you to use, you may want to bring your own for hygiene reasons.

Also, some beginner pilates classes make use of exercise balls in order to perform some of the exercises. If the fitness center isn’t supplying the balls, you should make note and purchase one yourself. As far as proper workout clothing goes for pilates, comfort is key. You don’t need to worry about shoes – you’ll be taking them off. To keep comfortable, most pilates instructors recommend loose cotton clothing.

Another important thing to remember when you are learning the basics of pilates is that the exercise focuses on proper technique as opposed to repetition. It’s important to keep your movements as controlled as you can, focusing on keeping your movements slow and concentrating on the muscle groups that you are trying to develop.

If you’re looking for pilates to be your exclusive exercise program, you may want to consider some type of aerobic activity on the side, such as jogging. Since pilates isn’t a high-intensity workout, it can help you to keep fit and expend some energy when you pair it with an aerobic activity.

Ok, that's all for today sharing.

Till we 'meet' again, have fun with Pilates.

Cheers.



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