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Here is a scientific article about Pilates and lower back pain

Brent D. Anderson, 2005
80% of the population suffers from low back pain at one time or another. Of these, 20% of the population suffer from back pain...

"To achieve the highest level of fulfillment from our abilities in all areas of our lives, we must constantly strive to acquire a strong and healthy body.

The 6 Abdominals in Pilates series are designed to :

- Strengthen the strength of the abdominal muscles,
- To achieve good body alignment,
- Good core stability while moving...

"The acquisition and enjoyment of physical well-being, mental and spiritual peace, are priceless assets to those who possess them...If there is anyone so fortunate today."
J...

A very interesting article. A better understanding of Pilates to better advise health professionals.
http://objectifdetox.fr/le-pilates-explique-aux-na...

"Good posture helps to maintain healthy joints and spine, as well as providing an energetic and youthful look".

The "C" spine, a term used in Pilates. Why is this...

- Increases the stability of the trunk.
- Preserves the natural curves of the spine, especially in the lumbar region, allowing the abdominal muscles to contract...

To understand and assimilate this principle, it is essential to know and "feel" the distinct shapes of the lumbar spine and pelvis. These positions are :
- the neutral position...

A very interesting book by Boris Cyrulnik and Philippe Bouhours: "Sport and Resilience

Here are some very relevant passages:

"Sport and resilience form an original couple, interesting for the...

In Pilates, we give a lot of importance to the pelvic girdle linked to the abdominal centre (Power House or Core) where we need to work on stability. One of the aspects that Joseph Pilates insi...

1 - At the physical level
- Increased flexibility,
- Increased elasticity,
- Improved agility,
- Increase in functional strength,
* Improved physical health,...

The inspiratory and expiratory muscles

1 - The inspiratory muscles
- Sterno-cleido masloídian,
- Scalenes,
- Pectoralis minor and major,
- External intercostals,
* Supracostals,
* D...