(New book) The Science of Pilates :: Empathy Media Newsis ::

(Seoul = Newsis) Reporter Suji Lee = Joseph Pilates, a nurse at a British POW camp during World War I, devised an exercise method to help patients recover.

In a prisoner of war camp with limited space and no proper exercise equipment, a new exercise method was born using bed bars or springs as equipment.

This exercise method was effective in treating and rehabilitating injuries, and first became popular in the dance world. However, it became famous not by the name Controlology, which was the name devised by the creator, but by the name of the creator.

Pilates focuses on improving central muscle stability, strength, stamina, and flexibility, and has a positive effect on the mental health of practitioners.

It is often thought that if you have back pain or arthritis, you cannot exercise at all, but Pilates is an exercise that anyone can do regardless of any limitations.

Because the correct method and understanding of the body must come first, understanding not only the movements but also the body is essential when learning Pilates.

Pilates instructor Tracy Ward, author of the book ‘The Science of Pilates’ (Science Books), scientifically analyzes and explains the core philosophy and principles of Pilates and presents a methodology for developing exercise routines suited to one’s body condition.

This book consists of content that helps you experience the organic connection between body and mind, such as pain science and mindfulness, as well as knowledge of anatomy and physiology.

In order to introduce accurate Pilates movements, 3D infographics of 104 human body muscles were placed and color coded to indicate which muscles are stretched or contracted when performing each movement.

Precautions and tips to pay attention to for each movement are also listed.

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