Pilates Teachers' Manual Speed, Tempo, & Flow in Pilates
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Sep 6, 2024 Discover the fascinating balance between speed and control in Pilates. Explore the benefits of slow movements for enhanced focus and flow, while also delving into the power of faster tempos. Learn how striking the right tempo can elevate the effectiveness of workouts and engage clients more deeply. Uncover the interplay between speed and accuracy, emphasizing the art of flowing through exercises to enrich the Pilates experience. Tune in for insights that will transform your teaching approach!
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Slow Builds The Foundation
- Moving slowly is essential when learning because it lets you understand components before combining them.
- Olivia explains that slow practice builds the foundation needed for later speed and complexity.
Slow Tempo Raises Muscular Demand
- Slower movement increases time under tension and thus difficulty for muscles.
- Olivia uses the slow pushup example to show how tempo raises muscular demand.
Flow Needs Continuous Movement
- Moving artificially slowly can undermine the Pilates principle of flow and interrupt smooth choreography.
- Olivia argues that flow requires continuous movement, which often needs some speed.