Pilates: Beginner Level 1
Kathi teaches a beginner level pilates mat class to take you forward from the Pilates Fundamentals: The Five Principles. If you are looking to understand how to engage your core properly, strengthen your back and connect your core strength to your shoulders, arms and legs, this class is perfect for that. It may also provide significant relief for lower back discomfort and pain, as well as help with other back and shoulder-related issues. If you feel you're ready to progress to the next step in Kathi's Pilates series you can have a look at Pilates: Beginner Level 1, Class 2.
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Excellent class. Very enjoyable. I am a woman over 70 with pelvic floor issues. My gynecologist told me that many yogis experience pelvic floor issues as a result of all of the cues directed at pulling it up and holding it. Is this your understanding as well? Another related question: I'm able to hold a plank for a seemingly indefinite period of time, but I've heard recently that plank position is actually harmful for women with pelvic issues. Is there anything to this? Finally, I'd love a class that's focused on the pelvic floor if at any time you can do one. Thank you so much for your wonderfully clear instructions!
This was so helpful, thank you! I've been doing vinyasa classes on here for years but am a pilates novice, I really felt this in my core and the neck stretches were wonderful. The 21 Day Pilates challenge brought me here, this was Day 2 so I'm looking forward to learning lots more!
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Great to hear LucyHB. I'd love to hear how you feel after the 21 days. Enjoy!
Please more beginner classes with Kathi! I love this video! Core and pelvic floor videos would be amazing.
Amazing and the neck stretches omg thank you