Pilates
Pilates will train and condition the body from the inside out increasing your balance, strength and flexibility. The work will help you to become aware not only of what you are doing but how you are doing it; taking time to feel the length and placement of the skeletal system in space to make each movement as efficient and effective as possible. This will lead to feeling a greater freedom in all movement, and an increased sense of one’s ‘whole self’. ‘Posture’ is taught as a dynamic, changing movement of the skeletal system.
Each session and/or class is different and based on the particular needs of the individual. The eight principles of Pilates are combined beautifully with the nine essentials for The Anat Baniel Method/Moving into Life.
Pilates Principles
Pilates Principles
- Concentration
- Control
- Centering
- Breath
- Flow
- Precision
- Relaxation
- Stamina
Anat Baniel Method Essentials
- Movement with Attention
- Using the Learning Switch
- Subtlety
- Variation
- Slow
- Enthusiasm
- Flexible Goals
- Imagination
- Awareness
Concentration: All exercises begin in the mind, using visualization and imagery as a tool to link the mind and body.
Control: Physical movement is first controlled by the mind. Each exercise is executed with control and without momentum.
Centering: All movement comes from the center.
Breath: Breath oxygenates the blood and reinforces the mind/body connection.
Flow: All exercise should be performed gracefully, with fluidity.
Precision: By concentrating on the movement, one can coordinate movement with breath, improve control and increase kinesthetic awareness.
Relaxation: Moving without tension creates more body awareness and concentration.
Stamina: Exercises are designed to improve muscle endurance.
Private Sessions:
Each session is customized to the client’s particular needs. Using the skeletal system as the focal point, the client is guided through movements with and without the use of Pilate’s equipment. The atmosphere is one of ‘learning’ as much as ‘doing’ movement. Emphasis is on the use of the ‘whole self’, the ‘weighting of the bones’ and being aware of what is being done and how it is being accomplished.
Group Classes:
Come prepared to learn rather than just do Pilates movements on the floor. No two sessions are alike. The sessions are based on what that particular class and the individuals in it would most benefit from. Emphasis is on utilizing breathing, weighting of the bones and using the ‘whole self’ to enhance the workout. Small props (Pilates circle, small ball, foam roller, etc) may be added.
All sessions and classes are currently held at the Mindful Movement Studios owned by Suzi Marks. The location is at 502/504Old Elm Road in Highland Park. The studio offers ABM, Pilates, Feldenkrais, Gyrotonics, Gyrokinesis and ABM for Children.
Mailing address:
Betty Basarich, Five Lines Inc., 100 South Atkinson Road, Unit 16-347, Grayslake, Il 60030
Phone: 847-370-0751
Email: Basarichbetty@msn.com