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Mat Pilates (PHED 1117)
Total Credits:
1
Lab Credits:
1
Description:
This course acquaints you with the basic principles of Pilates: Breath, Focus, Powerhouse, and Alignment. Through the precision of movement, proper form, and breath you will gain strength in and tone your Powerhouse (abdominal, pelvic and back muscles). You will perform all exercises on a mat from your engaged powerhouse while using your own body weight as your resistance.
Topical Outline:
1. Dimensions of wellness
2. Basic Pilates Principles (breath, focus, powerhouse, and alignment)
3. The floor mat Pilates sequence
4. Advanced exercises (standing mat exercises as appropriate)
Learning Outcomes:
1. Identify key terms, principles, and exercises
2. Define the dimensions of wellness
3. Explain the impact of physical activity on the dimensions of wellness
4. Describe how physical activity is influential in leading a responsible life