Callanetics is a mix of ballet, yoga and gymnastics.
The training strengthens the muscles without putting any strain on the spine.
Callanetics is actually nothing new.
The form of training was developed in the 80s by the American Callan Pinckney.
The inventor suffered persistent pain due to various problems.
As a last attempt to avoid surgery, she developed a training course based on her ballet training to build up muscles * without straining the spine.
And it worked: Callan Pinckney's pain disappeared.
But that's not all. She became one of the
fitness icons of the 80s and 90s
, selling millions of books and exercise videos.
The fitness trend is now making a comeback.
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Callanetics - that's what it's all about
Callanetics aims to strengthen
the
deep muscles and tone the entire body
through gentle, repeated movements
.
The muscle exercises are combined with relaxing movements.
The main aim is to strengthen the pelvic floor muscles and the supporting muscles of the spine.
But the exercises have a positive "side effect": Callanetics lets you shed pounds - successes are visible after just a few weeks.
The bottom is tightened, thighs narrower, belly fat less and the ability to stretch is increased.
What equipment is required for Callanetics?
You don't need much more than your own body for the exercises.
You will find numerous training videos
on
YouTube
- original from the 80s as well as new ones.
For exercises that take place on the floor, all you need is a soft surface, for example a yoga mat.
How is Callanetics going?
The secret of Callanetics lies in its
gentle, minimal movements
. These are done slowly, but with a lot of repetitions. Correct execution of the exercises is particularly important in order to avoid incorrect loads. You can start Callanetics training even if you are in poor condition. Start with 10 to 20 repetitions per exercise and gradually increase. When you notice that your body is sending the first warning signals, stop the training session. You shouldn't feel any pain. Trembling muscles are also a request from your body to take a break.
To start with, you should train for an hour twice a week.
For advanced users
, 15 minutes a day is
enough
to keep the body in shape.
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