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Pilates and the “powerhouse”—I
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In this paper, the authors investigate the underlying biomechanical foundation of the principle of "centering", which refers to the concept that all movements of the human body emanate from the center or core or what Joseph Pilates called the powerhouse of the body.About:
This article is published in Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies.The article was published on 2004-01-01. It has received 250 citations till now.read more
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Defining Pilates exercise : a systematic review
TL;DR: It is suggested that Pilates is a mind-body exercise that focuses on strength, core stability, flexibility, muscle control, posture and breathing, and a greater emphasis may be placed on posture in people with low back pain.
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Does a program of pilates improve chronic non-specific low back pain?
TL;DR: Data suggest that Pilates used as a specifi c core stability exercise incorporating functional movements can improve non-specifi c chronic low back pain in an active population compared to no intervention and can improve general health, pain level, sports functioning, fl exibility, and proprioception in individuals with chronicLow back pain.
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Muscle Activation During Four Pilates Core Stability Exercises in Quadruped Position
TL;DR: Variations in the pelvic and trunk positions in the knee stretch exercises change the activation pattern of the multifidus, gluteus maximus, rectus abdominis, and oblique muscles, and this suggests that pelvic stability is maintained in the 4 exercise positions.
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Effect of Pilates Training on People With Fibromyalgia Syndrome: A Pilot Study
TL;DR: Pilates is suggested as an effective and safe method for people with FMS and further research with more participants and longer follow-up periods could help assess the therapeutic value of this popular physical exercise method.
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The effects of a Pilates training program on arm–trunk posture and movement
TL;DR: The results support the use of Pilates in the prevention of neck-shoulder disorders by improving abdominal strength and upper spine posture as shoulder flexion movements were performed.
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Kinesiology of the Musculoskeletal System
TL;DR: Kinesiology of the musculoskeletal system is studied in detail in order to understand the role of muscular atrophy in sport.