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The three principal concepts of Pilates: navel to spine, neutral spine and lateral breathing are presented in detail and Karin reinforces these throughout.
The techniques of 20 specific Pilates mat exercises are demonstrated in detail. Karin supplements these instructions using animated anatomy - a detailed 3D image of the muscles and muscle groups. This supports the viewers' ability to visualize and better comprehend their own anatomy. With this, the viewer learns which muscles to use and how to properly use them.
Following these detailed instructions are two recommended mat routines intended for the sports enthusiasts to awaken their inner core prior to beginning their athletic activity. The first routine is for rotational sports, such as golf, tennis, gymnastics and the second for linear sports, including hiking, running, cycling.
The menu driven format allows the viewer the opportunity to learn all 20 mat exercises or a select few.
Karin De Benedetti, M.A., M.B.A., a certified Pilates instructor, sets a new standard for instructional DVDs. She combines her 17 years experience as an athletic trainer and as an educator to instruct Pilates mat exercises and provide the sport enthusiast recommended warm up routines.
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