Concentrate on the correct movements each time you exercise, lest you do them improperly and thus lose all the vital benefits of their value.
Joseph PilatesRead
Before any real benefit can be derived from physical exercises, one must first learn how to breath properly. Our very life depends on it.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Breathing properly is essential for maximizing the benefits of physical exercise.
Joseph Pilates emphasizes the fundamental role that proper breathing plays in physical fitness. He suggests that without mastering the technique of breathing, one cannot fully harness the advantages of exercising, as breathing is vital to life and enhances overall wellbeing.
Themes
BreathingExerciseFitnessHealthLife
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be shared in a yoga class to emphasize the importance of proper breathing during practice.
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A few well-designed movements, properly performed in a balanced sequence, are worth hours of doing sloppy calisthenics or forced contortion.
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The man who uses intelligence with respect to his diet, his sleeping habits and who exercises properly, is beyond any question of doubt taking the very best preventive medicines provided so freely and abundantly by nature
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In 10 sessions you'll feel the difference, in 20 you'll see the difference, and in 30 you'll have a new body
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Physical fitness is the first requisite of happiness. In order to achieve happiness, it is imperative to gain mastery of your body. If at the age of 30 you are stiff and out of shape, you are old. If at 60 you are supple and strong then you are young.
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