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Effect of Pilates on sleep quality and quality of life of sedentary population.

Effect of Pilates on sleep quality and quality of life of sedentary population.

Abstract The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of an exercise program based on the Pilates Matwork method on sedentary volunteers who self-reported changes in their sleep quality and quality of life. This was a prospective clinical study, in which the variables (level of sleepiness and quality of life) were compared before and after applying a protocol…

EMG Analysis of a Pilates Exercise

EMG Analysis of a Pilates Exercise

The Pilates method was originally developed by Joseph Pilates in Germany during the First World War and introduced in the United States in 1923 (Latey, 2001; Muscolino & Cipriani, 2004; Rydeard et al., 2006). The method assembles movements from gymnastics, martial arts, yoga and dance with philosophic ideas (Self et al., 1996; Latey, 2001; Rydeard et al., 2006). After the…

The pilates method effects in postural alignment: pilot study

The pilates method effects in postural alignment: pilot study

Abstract The Pilates method created by the German Joseph Pilates is based on the application of six principles: center, concentration, control, precision, breath and fluidity. The basis of Pilates work is to strength of the center of force “Powerhouse” that is an expression that called the circumference of the trunk bottom (structure that supports and strengthens the trunk helping to…

Does Pilates-Based Exercise Improve Postural Alignment in Adult Women?

Does Pilates-Based Exercise Improve Postural Alignment in Adult Women?

A randomized, controlled trial was conducted to determine the effect of Pilates-based exercise on postural alignment. Seventy-four adult women (mean age ± SD, 34.9 ± 16.4 years) were randomized to a Pilates-based mat class (n = 40) or a control group (n = 34). Pilates-based exercise participants were taught the Initial Mat of Body Control Pilates for 6 months, twice…

Pain improvement in women with primary dysmenorrhea treated by Pilates

Pain improvement in women with primary dysmenorrhea treated by Pilates

SUMMARY BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: Dysmenorrhea is a set of painful manifestations appearing the day before or during the first menstrual cycle day. Pilates is a series of exercises based on progressive movements the body is able to perform. This study aimed at comparing pain in women with primary dysmenorrhea before and after being submitted to Pilates. METHOD: This is a…

The Effect of Pilates Exercise on Trunk and Postural Stability and Throwing Velocity in College Baseball Pitchers: Single Subject Design

The Effect of Pilates Exercise on Trunk and Postural Stability and Throwing Velocity in College Baseball Pitchers: Single Subject Design

Abstract Background Baseball pitchers need trunk strength to maximize performance. The Pilates method of exercise is gaining popularity throughout the country as a fitness and rehabilitation method of exercise. However, very few studies exist that examine the effects of the Pilates method of exercise on trunk strength or performance. Objectives Using a single subject, multiple baseline across subjects design, this…

Assessment of resistance torque and resultant muscular force during Pilates hip extension exercise and its implications to prescription and progression.

Assessment of resistance torque and resultant muscular force during Pilates hip extension exercise and its implications to prescription and progression.

Abstract The understanding of the external mechanics of Pilates exercises and the biomechanics of the joints may guide the prescription of rehabilitation exercises. To evaluate the resistance torque (Γ(R)) during hip extension (HE) exercises performed on the Pilates Cadillac. To perform a biomechanic analysis of the Γ(R) and the weighted mean moment arm (WMMA) in order to calculate the resultant…

Muscle activation during four Pilates core stability exercises in quadruped position.

Muscle activation during four Pilates core stability exercises in quadruped position.

Abstract Queiroz BC, Cagliari MF, Amorim CF, Sacco IC. Muscle activation during four Pilates core stability exercises in quadruped position. To compare the activity of stabilizing trunk and hip muscles in 4 variations of Pilates stabilizing exercises in the quadruped position. Repeated-measures descriptive study. A biomechanics laboratory at a university school of medicine. Healthy subjects (N=19; mean age +/- SD,…