Return To Life Through Contrology opens with these words: "Physical fitness is the first requisite of happiness." Joseph Pilates recognized that each person has different capabilities and his opening statement claims that the mind and body are linked, and that the condition of the body influences the state of the mind. This is continuously reinforced in his writing and his teachings and he reiterates how physical condition relates to happiness and to many other mental states. He postured that by reawakening dormant muscle cells we awaken dormant brain cells.
There are 10 movement principles practitioners need to be aware of. They serve as the foundation of the mind-body system and a guide learners towards understanding and well-being. This is what makes Pilates unique. Here are 4 of them.
Become Aware
You should be present in the movement and the moment with your mind and body. We have many distractions in our environment that encourage the separation of mind and body, such as loud music, endless television programs and the ultimate - televisions mounted near treadmills. Pilates begins with the awareness of the body. You cannot correct or address the realignment of the body without the awareness of the body structure and how it moves. Over time we have become accustomed to misalignment. The less aware of person is of the misalignment the more attentive a new practitioner needs to be. Without awareness very little can be done.
Achieve Balance
Balance can mean many things. A good Pilates program will work the various muscle groups, as well as the different planes of motion, a physical version of symmetry. The balance of well-being-the whole individual, or the balance of body, mind and spirit, should be strived for as well. Balance should be an integral part of your practice. Many times we see a muscular imbalance, this can usually be referred to as a dominance of one side. Other times it's a reaction from the body to protect itself from pain since certain muscles will become overactive while the other ones are inhibited. Recreational activities can create movement habits where certain muscles are constantly used while the opposite are inadequately trained.
Breathe Correctly
Breathing is the link between body mind and spirit. Where breathing is important and powerful, it is also often ignored. Breathing can cleanse the body, can guide the mind, and can rejuvenate the spirit. It is the first step to educating the neuromuscular system. Breathing lies at the center of the Pilates method. Normal breathing is a complex process that involves numerous joints and muscles and is, interestingly, responsive to both voluntary and involuntary control. The diaphragm, the "muscular corset," is the internal cylinder support. When this muscle contracts, it flattens. When the diaphragm relaxes, the organs in the abdomen cavity as well of the abdominal muscles push it up into a dome shape. Diaphragmatic breathing facilitates the maintenance of an abdominal muscle contraction, which in turn helps stabilize the trunk is okay of the body.
Concentrate Deeply
Concentration is the bridge between awareness and movement. You need to be aware of the muscles you're going to use, how you're going to align your body and breathing pattern you're going to use. If you concentrate on a particular muscle prior to the movement, you can make it move more accurately and intensify the movement then if you were not to think about it. With concentration you use the correct muscles and avoid unnecessary strain. Concentrating on your breathing will help you keep a good rhythm for the positions and help keep your mind focused.
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