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Pilates breathing

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Lateral thoracic breathing, the first Pilates principle.

What coaches agree on

  • Direct your inhale wide into the sides and back of your rib cage, like a balloon expanding, rather than into your belly.
  • On the exhale, draw your deep abdominals in toward your spine to engage your core, rather than moving your ribs or spine to do the work.
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  • Exhale during the hardest, most effortful part of a movement, and use the inhale to prepare or set up for it.

Common mistakes

  • Gripping the jaw or glutes, or letting the shoulders creep up toward the ears, instead of staying relaxed while you breathe.
Pilates Breathing Techniques
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Pilates Breathing Techniques

Coach's take: This is the one that actually tells you when to breathe during an exercise, not just how.

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