Goal: Enhance muscle tone and increase flexibility with a gentle Pilates routine.
Daily Benefits: Pilates improves core strength which is essential for good posture and alleviating lower back pain. Stretching increases flexibility, aiding in daily activities by allowing for a greater range of motion and reducing muscle tension.
Recommended Pre Workout: JYM Supplement Science Pre JYM
Restorative Pilates:
- Instructions: Perform slow and controlled Pilates movements to engage the core and stabilize muscles.
- Equipment: Pilates Mat
- Duration: 20 minutes
- Muscles Worked: Core, including the abdominals and back muscles, for a strengthened midsection.
- Check out our Restorative Pilates guide here
Stretching Routine:
- Instructions: Follow a series of stretches targeting all major muscle groups, holding each stretch to improve muscle elasticity.
- Equipment: Yoga Mat
- Duration: 20 minutes
- Muscles Worked: Full body, with a focus on lengthening muscles and enhancing flexibility.
Recommended Post Workout: Post JYM Active Matrix
Cool-Down:
- Instructions: End with deep breathing and relaxation techniques to calm the nervous system.
- Equipment: Yoga Mat
- Duration: 5 minutes
- Muscles Worked: The cool-down helps in transitioning the body to a state of rest, reducing stress levels.