THE HUNDRED: Pilates Matwork Breathing Exercise (Why It Comes First)

✨ Join The Contrology Hub to access Ad-Free online Pilates classes, personalized support, and a welcoming community ready to help you thrive: https://www.pilateswithmela.com/theco... In Classical Pilates, not every movement has a strict breath pattern but some exercises are designed specifically to train your breath. The Hundred is the first of these in the matwork sequence, combining controlled breathing with deep core activation and endurance. In this video, we take an in-depth look at The Hundred, breaking down the breath pattern, proper form, and how to coordinate your movement/breath for efficient oxygen delivery to your body. Whether you’re new to Pilates or refining your classical technique, this breakdown will help you understand why The Hundred is more than just a warm-up, it’s a foundational breathing exercise that sets the tone for your entire workout. What we cover: ✅ The purpose of The Hundred in Classical Pilates ✅ Proper breathing technique (inhale/exhale rhythm) ✅ How to coordinate breath with arm movement ✅ Common mistakes and how to fix them ✅ Progressions This is the first video in a series exploring breathing exercises in the Classical Pilates Matwork. #pilatesmat #breathingexercise #pilateseducation #classicalpilates ⬇️ Download my FREE GUIDE - Start Strong at Home https://www.pilateswithmela.com/start... Your Practical Guide to Creating a Functional and Affordable Home Pilates Studio 📫 Sign up for my Mail List, to receive weekly encouragement and Pilates tips: https://www.pilateswithmela.com/ 💥 Never done Pilates before? Start your Pilates Journey HERE:    • FREE 30 Class Pilates Challenge   💡 Pro Tip: Subscribe and hit the bell (🔔) to get notified when a new workout drops!    / @pilateswithmela   🩷 Follow me on Instagram:   / pilateswithmela   💙 Follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?... 🚌 Follow Mela and Don's Travels:    / @rehabit8   ▶️ Chapters: 00:00 Intro to The Hundred 00:48 Why it Comes First 01:16 How to do the Hundred 02:05 Why we use Nasal Breathing 03:05 The Cadence of your breath 04:36 The Contrology Hub 05:08 The Movement of your Diaphragm 06:29 Guided Exercise 07:22 Never Skip The Hundred -- DISCLAIMER: Please consult your doctor or health care professional before starting this workout. If you experience pain or discomfort at any time during this workout, you should stop immediately. By performing these exercises, you do so at your own risk. By using this video, you understand and agree that Pilates with Mela will not be held responsible or liable for any injury or loss you may suffer as a result of this workout video.