Waking Energy 7 Timeless Practices Designed to Reboot Your Body and Unleash Your Potential

through me just as they were given to Romana by Joe Pilates himself. Integrity. Dedication.
Determination. When I think of the Pilates sessions I grew up on, what they required of me and how
they made me feel, those three words come to mind. I live them to this day and am thrilled to share
them with you.
the empower and flow practice
TIME OF DAY: Morning
QUALITY: Yang
SUBTLE ENERGY: Activates all energy pathways and the lymphatic system.
BENEFITS: Defies the aging process, balances the endocrine system, supercharges the immune system, improves flexibility, and sculpts
and tones the muscles
PROP: Pilates mat
The Practice:
Hundred
Rollup
Rolling Like a Ball
Single-Leg Pull
Spine Stretch Forward
Open-Leg Rocker
Saw
Single-Leg Kick
Pendulum
Classic Teaser
Swimming
Seal
Before You Begin
The principle of opposition is the principle at work when you create an equal and opposing isometric
resistance to a movement. It’s a self-imposed resistance that involves using muscles with intention
and stretching them to their utmost in diametrically opposite directions. It’s a highly effective way of
lengthening and strengthening. When you use intention as you’re executing a movement, the muscles of
that part of the body develop as a testament to that intention. All your muscles reflect your effort and
intention when you create oppositional resistance.
The Practice