Return to Life Through ContrologyRavenio Books, 2021 M04 2 - 148 pages This seminal work, written by the creator of the Pilates method himself, guides you through a series of precisely designed exercises that strengthen the body, enhance flexibility, and promote overall well-being. With detailed instructions and accompanying photographs, Joseph Pilates demonstrates how his innovative approach to fitness can help you achieve a renewed sense of vitality, improve your posture, and gain mastery over your physical and mental health. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced practitioner, this timeless classic is an essential resource for anyone seeking to unlock their body's full potential and embark on a journey of self-discovery and personal growth. |
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... Pose 2 (a) INHALE SLOWLY (b) Lift both feet about 2” above mat or floor (c) Raise head with eyes focused on toes (d) Raise both arms about 6” to 8” above thighs Pose 3 (a) EXHALE SLOWLY (b) Raise and lower both arms (tensed) (c) From ...
... Pose 2 (a) INHALE SLOWLY (b) Lift both feet about 2” above mat or floor (c) Raise head with eyes focused on toes (d) Raise both arms about 6” to 8” above thighs Pose 3 (a) EXHALE SLOWLY (b) Raise and lower both arms (tensed) (c) From ...
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... INHALING SLOWLY ( j ) Begin with only 20 movements and ( k ) Gradually increase them in units of ( 1 ) 5 additional movements each time until a ( m ) Maximum of 100 movements is reached ( n ) Never exceed 100 movements Pose 4 ( a ) ...
... INHALING SLOWLY ( j ) Begin with only 20 movements and ( k ) Gradually increase them in units of ( 1 ) 5 additional movements each time until a ( m ) Maximum of 100 movements is reached ( n ) Never exceed 100 movements Pose 4 ( a ) ...
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... Pose 2 (a) Begin INHALING SLOWLY and bring arms (shoulder-wide) straight forward to upright right angle position and (b) Toes (pointed) upward Pose 3 (a) While still INHALING SLOWLY (b) Bend head forward and downward until (c) Chin ...
... Pose 2 (a) Begin INHALING SLOWLY and bring arms (shoulder-wide) straight forward to upright right angle position and (b) Toes (pointed) upward Pose 3 (a) While still INHALING SLOWLY (b) Bend head forward and downward until (c) Chin ...
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... INHALING SLOWLY while returning to Pose 3 and Poses 2 and 1 NOTE Repeat the foregoing exercise three ( 3 ) times , trying with each repetition not only to stretch the entire body more and more but also to reach farther and farther ...
... INHALING SLOWLY while returning to Pose 3 and Poses 2 and 1 NOTE Repeat the foregoing exercise three ( 3 ) times , trying with each repetition not only to stretch the entire body more and more but also to reach farther and farther ...
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Abdomen drawn Back locked backward until shoulder Begin INHALING SLOWLY Bend head forward bloodstream breathing CAUTIONS Pose 2-Keep Chin touches chest Contrology exercises downward Pose elbows EXHALE EXHALE QUICKLY fatigue flat on mat floor g floor Pose foregoing exercise five foregoing exercise six foregoing exercise three forward and downward hands high as possible hips INHALE SLOWLY Pose Keep body rigid left arm left leg forward legs upward line with body lungs mat or floor mental mind movements muscles physical fitness Pose 2 position position indicated Pose position NOTE Repeat possible Pose pressed firmly pressed to mat Raise legs Repeat the foregoing resting on mat result Return to Pose right angle position right arm right leg backward right leg forward rolling shoulder blades lock shoulders pressed spine straight backward Stretch legs close Stretch toes pointed Swing Take position illustrated touch mat touching body Twist body unroll upward and backward vertebra