This morning I had some fun doing a yoga andd pilates dvd with Amy. I bought the dvd when I was at my sickest but never actually had the energy to do it. Amy stayed in her giraffe onesie while we did it but still managed to do lots of tricky moves. I really enjoyed doing these exercises however I found some of them really difficult which just shows that I have quite a lot off work to do, in terms of strengthening my body again in terms of muscle. I am now even more excited about doing yoga classes each Wednesday night in the school gym.
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Wow!!! Karly why are you so super flexible? :D it took months for me to train these things
ReplyDeleteI have always been super flexible because of my ligamentous laxity. But it will be good to learn how to do all of the poses in a more controlled and beneficial way! :) xx
DeleteI admire your courage in taking this large step! :) you're very flexible!! :) Congrats!! :)
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Thank you so much Sera <3 xx
DeleteWow, you look so flexible and so elegant doing those moves! Can't wait to see how you get on with the yoga! Xx
ReplyDeleteThanks Annie, I will let you know. have you ever tried yoga? <3 xx
DeleteYes, I've done yoga in the past, and loved it! I've never done pilates though, I don't really understand the difference. xx
DeleteAwesome! I am glad you liked it :) xx I just googled it and.....
DeleteYoga vs Pilates Poses
Yoga poses, known as asana, have specific physical and mental benefits. They can improve flexibility and strength, boost vitality, influence the function of the body’s internal organs, improve our capacity to cope with stress and improve mental clarity.
Pilates is a series of exercises that focus predominantly on the abdomen, thighs, legs and back. Pilates engages deep core muscles that help support our spine and improve our posture. Exercises are done on a floor mat or on special Pilates equipment. Both are designed to use your own body weight to create resistance and improve muscle strength and endurance safely.
Yoga vs Pilates and the Mind
Although many yoga classes focus purely on the physical aspect of yoga asana, the primary function of asana is to bring about harmony so you can meditate. The union of body, mind and spirit is at the heart of yoga.
Pilates also puts great emphasis on the body and mind connection but there is no spiritual focus. The emphasis is on controlled, precise movements executed with complete focus.
Read more: http://www.naturaltherapypages.com.au/article/yoga_vs_pilates#ixzz3f8G2dQbq
That's really interesting, and now I know! Thanks so much! XX
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