Diaphragmatic Breathing Explained - Intro to Pilates Series 2/16

In this video, we talk about diaphragmatic breathing. It's the basis of everything we do in Pilates, so it's an important topic! We'll go over what an ideal diaphragmatic breath looks like; explain it's connection to the deep core and pelvic floor; highlight some common less-than-ideal breathing patterns; and then practice it all! ROADMAP: 00:45 What is diaphragmatic breathing? 01:35 Breakdown of proper diaphragmatic breath 04:17 Why is diaphragmatic breathing important in Pilates? 04:55 Three common breath pattern dysfunctions 08:18 Practice This video is part of my Intro to Pilates series. You don't need to do the entire series to benefit from this discussion — it's great for anyone looking to learn a little about diaphragmatic breathing! But if you do want to complete the whole series, there are videos that come before this class. My Intro to Pilates video series is a mix of quick "lessons" (each lesson explains a different component of Pilates), short mini classes that each have a specific focus, and then total body beginner-friendly Pilates classes. You can get additional info about this series here: https://www.nicolepearce.com/intro-to... ------- Follow me on Instagram:   / nicolepearce   Follow me on TikTok:   / nicolepearcemovement   Follow me on Facebook:   / nicolepearcemovement