The Power of Deep Breathing in Pilates

Deep breathing is vital in Pilates, and leads the movement. Breathing helps to encourage the proper muscle at the correct time while doing and exercise. It helps maintain focus and engage the core to the fullest. When your core is engaged, you are able to get the most of your Pilates workout.

 Pilates breathing is not just about the diaphragm but also encourages and requires that the lungs and ribs expand fully while keeping the abdominals controlling the diaphragm.