The practice of physical activity is essential to staying in shape, reducing stress and stimulating the immune system. But for many people, exercise rhymes with high-intensity exercise, which isn’t always the case. Learn how to move smoothly…
The most practiced yoga is hatha yoga, which is mainly based on the physical dimension. The different postures, breathing techniques and dynamic movements it involves make it a discipline that combines body and mind, fitness and serenity. The goal is to learn about your body in order to understand it better and gain better control over it.
Stretching is a gentle form of gymnastics that provides stretching and breathing exercises. Stretching is instinctive because it brings a sense of well-being and helps stop cramping, wake up or warm up, especially when these stretches are controlled and accompanied by breathing exercises.
Pilates combines yoga, gymnastics, and dance. This exercise is based on 8 main axes: Breathing, Control, Positioning, Fluidity of Movement, Centering (= like abdominal contraction), Sequence and Relaxation. To be efficient, poses and movements must be performed in a specific order. All parts of the body are affected, even with greater pressure on the abdomen and buttocks. Some poses may seem difficult, but they are done gently so there is no risk to muscles and joints. Pilates allow you to learn about yourself and your body for guaranteed health results.
Swimming is one of the few exercises that is effortless. The movements are performed underwater with the body at an 80% lighter weight than it actually is. As a result, there is less stress on joints and tendons. The back is not surprising. Swimming, on the other hand, requires all muscles.
Whether it’s classical, contemporary or ballroom, dance has something for you. It involves intense coordination of arm and leg movements, but also requires a certain balance. The lower body is used more, especially the abs and glutes.
