The reason why Pilates is SO effective for toning and sculpting your body is internal resistance, creating an oppositional force by engaging deep stabilising muscles, to build strong, yet limber muscles.
The combination of eccentric and isometric contraction is what gives Pilates the edge.
This workout will challenge you to move with precision, flow and control by simply working against gravity and the resistance you create. You will learn the secret to continually getting more and more out of every single workout: turning up the resistance!
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