Pilates Principles Flashcards
1
Q
Concentration
A
Mind muscle connection
2
Q
Control
A
Neuromuscular control of movement
3
Q
Centering (torso wrap)
A
Core Stabilization
4
Q
Breathing
A
Need breath to move efficiently
5
Q
Fluid Movement
A
Moving from the bone/joint for ease of movement
6
Q
Skeletal Alignment
A
How bones line up
7
Q
Precision
A
move with minimal energy expenditure
8
Q
Endurance
A
Not main priority. Only if important to individual (e.g. athletes)
9
Q
Release
A
Flexibility/Mobility/Release of joints
