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Contrology
Joesph Pilates original principles of contrology
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Sports
Undergraduate 1
01/21/2014

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Centering
Definition
Always move from our center or core, as well as centering and focusing our mind
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Concentration
Definition
Moving mindfully, focusing on the entire body at all times.
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Control
Definition
Moving without momentum or by habit; Maintaining mental focus and motor control
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Breath
Definition
Inhale deeply and exhale completely while synchronizing the breath and the movement
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Isolation
Definition
Using only those muscles necessary, and allowing the body to be active without tension
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Integrity
Definition
Being honest and authentic with ourselves at all times; noticing our movement and being present in our bodies; rest or modify exercises when needed, and also challenging ourselves appropriately
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Flexibility
Definition
Developing and maintaining joint range of motion and muscular length
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Flow
Definition
the exercise should be done so that the movements are smooth and graceful; exercises show flow from one to the next
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Precision
Definition
Having attention to detail, proper alignment, form, and execution of the exercise
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Mobility
Definition
We should have freedom and comfort of movement in our exercise and daily activities
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Sability
Definition
Keeping parts of the body engaged and stationary, while other parts are moving. the "work" comes from resisting movement in the areas that are stationary
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