Which breathing techniques do you use in Pilates?
Explore breathing in Pilates, lateral breathing and mindful movement. Practise with personal guidance at bbb. Book your free trial.
Why does breathing matter in Pilates?
Breathing helps you focus on movement and find a rhythm. During Pilates, you generally aim to keep breathing as you move. No technique automatically activates the right muscles in everyone. Your coach helps you find what feels comfortable and manageable.
What is lateral breathing?
Lateral breathing involves noticing your ribs expanding sideways as you inhale. You can practise gently without pulling your abdomen in hard or forcing your breath. Then exhale comfortably. It is a way to notice your breathing, rather than a compulsory skill.
Combine breathing with movement
An instructor may ask you to exhale during the more demanding part of an exercise. Exact timing can vary by movement. Start by simply continuing to breathe, then add more cues when manageable. You do not need perfect technique straight away to practise.
Calm and personal guidance
Make an exercise easier if tension builds or you repeatedly hold your breath. Pause and discuss your symptoms if you feel dizzy, breathless or in pain. At bbb, you learn breathing within mat Pilates or Hot Pilates, with attention to experience and physical complaints. Body, food & mind also makes room for relaxation.
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Recovery and physical complaints
bbb also supports women who want to exercise during recovery or with physical complaints. Explore exercise during recovery, a herniated disc, rheumatism and a frozen shoulder. We adapt movement where appropriate and follow your clinician’s advice when needed. Our coaching complements medical care.
Start with a free trial
Your personal trial takes approximately 45 minutes: a holistic intake, a tailored workout and a short outtake. We discuss body, food & mind, your wishes and physical complaints. You can experience a hot cabin when suitable. For a hot cabin group class trial, book one trial slot so there is time for the intake and outtake. Women of all ages are welcome. Discover bbb and explore our locations.