Transform Your Body with Pilates Workout: Step-by-Step Guide

Key Takeaways

Pilates is an essential and effective exercise working the abs and core muscles.
It can build muscle, improve posture, increase core strength, and strengthen other muscle groups.
It can also improve flexibility, increase energy, improve body awareness, integrate body and mind, and help manage weight.

It is a promising time to start a workout routine. What is more important is that you stay consistent with your routine so that you see results. Kickstart your journey to better health.

What you need to know:

Getting started
The pilates workout
Cooling down
How can Pilates make you fit?

Pilates is an essential and effective workout because it works the abs and core muscles. The core muscles include the deep ab, pelvic, hips, and thigh muscles. The core is your body’s powerhouse; the stronger and more stable it is, the healthier you become. Enjoy your Pilates workout.

Getting started

The first step is to sit on your yoga mat with your knees bent and back as straight as possible. Keep your feet hip-width apart.
Breathe in and feel the breath filling up your ribcage. Tighten your abdominal and pelvic muscles slightly as you exhale and pay attention to them.
Make sure to inhale from your nose and exhale through your mouth with your lips pursed.

The pilates workout

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Next, lie down on your back with your knees still bent and your feet a little wider apart than your hips.
Raise your arms to point to the ceiling and keep your palms facing each other.
Take a deep breath in. As you exhale, keep your elbow straight and move your right arm to be in line with your head while your left arm moves in line with the side of your left leg.
Inhale and bring your arms back to the starting position, pointing towards the ceiling. As you exhale again, move your left arm in line with your head and your right arm down to the side of your right leg.
Repeat the cycle for ten counts on each side, stretching your arms as much as possible. Ensure you feel the tension in your rib muscles while exhaling and stretching your arms.

Cooling down

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Finally, return to the start position, bring your arms down on either side of you and place your palms on the mat.
Take a few deep breaths before you sit up.

How can Pilates make you fit?

Pilate workouts can make you fit in many ways. It:

Helps you develop solid and stable muscles, improve muscle tone, and balance your musculature.
Helps you maintain a healthy posture, reducing back and shoulder pain.
Focuses on the core, the center of the body that supports and stabilizes you.
Strengthens all your muscle groups, including your upper and lower body.
Improves your range of movement and keeps your muscles balanced, which can help prevent injuries.
Increases your stamina for daily routines.
Helps you become more aware of your body, which can help you identify what your body needs.
Uses principles like centering, concentration, and breath to help you unite your body and mind.
Helps you lose weight when combined with aerobic activity and a healthy eating plan.

The whole routine only takes five minutes and gives you an energy boost for the whole day. Make sure to do your Pilates daily.

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