PILATES FOR BEGINNERS: Proper Pilates Form, Transitions, & Best Practices

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Would you like to have a video full dedicated to Pilates transitions? Let us know in the comments!

[@ushadelorme8499]

ideo full of Pilates transitions.Thank you

[@OnlinePilatesClasses]

did you catch the recent full order Mat class video we dropped here on this channel last week? It has all the mat transitions xx

[@jeanettestalmack2183]

Yes! Transitions video please!

[@OnlinePilatesClasses]

We provide transitions to Mat and Reformer exercises in our OPC classes. And recently released a full Mat order with the transitions on this channel :) Reformer one dropping this month xx

[@mrsbootsworkouts]

Thank you for reminding about the breathing, that's the hardest thing about pilates!!

[@OnlinePilatesClasses]

yass it is! In and out through the nose. Natural breath pattern. When you hold its often a sign when you're hyper focusing on something difficult. So don't judge it. Just note that maybe that's an exercise you're still working out.

[@JayHunter77]

Hello I have always read that you should breathe out through your mouth. Is that not correct?

[@kaymcrae1548]

Pilates transitions video, please ♥️

[@OnlinePilatesClasses]

We provide transitions to Mat and Reformer exercises in our OPC classes. And recently released a full Mat order with the transitions on this channel :) xx

[@KtFeels]

Do you have a video about how to best utilize taking breaks when we need them? Just found your channel and love it! Thank you!

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Hey Katie, thanks for being here! So happy you found us. Do you mean breaks in a workout? If so, the best you can do is rest take a few deep breaths and then jump back in where ever a class is. Or, by replacing what the workouts is asking for with something you can do. Its ok to repeat exercises when you're a beginner to build your foundations. Also, its best to take the break when you need it whether the teacher is offering one or not. Its very brave and courageous to listen to your body. If you're taking something online you can always hit pause. Notice how long your breaks are and without judgement see if they get shorter or you need fewer. The only person you should compare yourself to is you xx~LL

[@KtFeels]

I love this response! Thank you so much for taking the time! Yes I mean in a workout - I am really starting from scratch on core/back strength and just wondered if you had thoughts on how to optimize breaks and not lose the form or how to know when I’m losing the form and need to take a break. I am trying to focus on keeping the core engaged rather than continue movements. Not sure if this is best. Just thought this might be something you might explore in a video but no pressure! Thank you again!!

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@@KtFeels I love this response! I will make sure we go live on this topic in a future Sunday live so stay tuned. I''ll make sure it hits the line up. If you feel like the exercise is starting to become more a neck, shoulder, low back or hip flexor exercise stop. Rest. You can even stretch those areas a bit. Then try again. The important thing to remember is less than 10 reps. If you're in a class or session and they're doing more than 10 stop. Give yourself that break. Pilates is quality over quantity. And eventually, we do 3 or 5 reps max. So, if you can do 3 good ones celebrate that! I love that you're trying to keep the core engaged in a rest. But honestly, better to let it all go and restart the engagement when you're ready to move. The reason is we do need to our core rest in our life. If you're new to building those connections it needs a rest so it doesn't become you bearing down or bracing instead of engaging. Enjoy your breaks! Do the best you can! Celebrate what you did do and restart when you're ready. I have a 3 video series for beginners that is free. Fullbodyin15.com no pressure to use it but it might help you dive into the moves more. Welcome to Pilates!! xx~LL

[@KtFeels]

@@OnlinePilatesClasses 🥲thank you so much for this - so incredibly helpful. I will tune in.

[@terezasimon4729]

HIya and thanks so much for all the videos. Do you have some tips for those that are beginning to form dowager's hump? Thanks

[@OnlinePilatesClasses]

I'll do a live to get more specific about this! But, make sure you check out my Wall workout and tutorials. The wall is a great feedback for where your head and shoulders are in space. xx~LL