2011年10月24日星期一

but try to keep the chatting to a minimum until

You can always ask questions, but try to keep the chatting to a minimum until you determine the mood and vibe of the class.Time Most pilates group classes are 60 minutes long. You can always come 5 minutes early to stretch out if you want but you might not be able to if another class is still in session.Breathing As with any physNIKE FREE RUN,ical activity, the breath is very important in pilates. I encourage them to do this because I always make my way around the room and give individual advice where I can.Not all teachers are like me and many do stand at the front of the class basically telling people verbally what to doChaussures DG Pas Cher without any touch cues. Go at your own pace. If you are attending a group reformer class for the first time, avoid wearing shorts or loose shirts because it can get quite embarrassing for you, me and everyone else! Just err on the side of caution so that you are comfortable but not too comfortable! LOL.TalkingEach pilates group reformer class is different. If you've never tried Pilates, this might be a good month to start! It's September, the beginning of Fall, enough time to form the habit of good health before the holidays blast us with sugar treats. Be prepared for this. The instructor will most likely tell you exactly what to do. It happens.Take your time, breathe and don't worry if you can't do everything or need to do things at a lower spring resistance.Now you are ready for your first pilates group reformer class!Are you ready to try your first pilates class? What questions do you have about pilates? Tell me about your first reformer class!For more information on how you can get started with Pilates, check out certified pilates instructor Anne Samoilov's website. Try to get a pair that have some gripping on the bottom. Just remember that everyone has been in your position - even the teacher.Music Most classes have some sort of music playing in the background, but I've taught classes where I forgot to turn on the radio or the ipod. Don't worry! You won't break anything. Good teachers won't set you apart from the others if they see you struggling with the equipment or moving through exercises for the first time.Equipment You will need to make adjustments to your machine during the course of the class. When you sweat, your feet will get slick because of the lotion the salon probably put on them.ClothesComfort is the most important element in the clothes you wear to class. Try not to get a pedicure the day of class. The teacher will most likely talk about the type of breathing that will enhance your abdominal muscle and pelvic floor recruitment, so listen up and don't be afraid to breathe in and out with audible breaths. You know Pilates isn't just for dancers--I mean, come on, David Beckham even takes it!I encourage you to start looking today for a studio, class or pilates teacher who can give you your first lesson! Once you find a class you want to try, just get yourself ready to move. Pilates often becomes a "moving meditation" as you get more and more comfortable with the exercises.Class Pace Different teachers instruct their classes at different paces. Don't expect a yoga class - the only similarity will be that you are in a big room with mats and maybe some other small props...and often there are the reformers if you want to work on the machines.When new students come to my class I always spend a few minutes talking to them about why they came to pilates, if they have any issues that I should know about and explain that they should move at their own pace. Sometimes,Tn Classic Nike Pas Cher Femme the class could be very chatty, sometimes very quiet and only the sounds of breathing/and machines squeaking will be heard. You'll be bending, stretching and twisting your body, so you'll want to wear something that will stay put. Many people are barefoot, but you can also wear socks. Don't be afraid...you won't be singled out or made an example for others to see how "not to do it".Here are some simple things to get you through your first class, no matter where you take class.ShoesPilates is done without shoes. Many classical studios teach with this approach. If things go too fast for you at first, don't worry. If you choose to go barefoot, give them a once over before class - maybe even rinse them off with cool water. Most everyone has heard about Pilates and its claims to increase abdominal strength, build a toned, lean body, give you more flexibility, decrease your stress and even relieve minor back pain. Anne teaches pilates in the Los Angeles, CA area.Sign Up For Anne's Free Fitness & Pilates Newsletter: Sign Up Here.





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