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Život i škola : časopis za teoriju i praksu odgoja i obrazovanja, Vol. LI No. 14, 2005.

Professional paper

PILATES IN RECREATION AND EDUCATION

Željko Beissmann ; I. gimnazija, Osijek, Hrvatska
Vera Filipović ; Učiteljski fakultet u Osijeku, Hrvatska
Zlatko Kraljević ; Osnovna škola Ivana Filipovića, Osijek, Hrvatska

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Abstract

The paper presents Pilates exercises as a method of shaping the body, and the possibility of using Pilates with students in PE classes. Pilates merges the elements of physical therapy, yoga, classical ballet, and Chinese acrobatics. The main principles of Pilates are
concentration, control, powerhouse, fluidity, precision, and breathing. Exercises help shaping the body, contribute to physical relaxation, concentration, develop flexibility and balance, and improve posture and breathing.

Keywords

pilates; recreation

Hrčak ID:

25135

URI

https://hrcak.srce.hr/25135

Publication date:

9.12.2005.

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