The term "bliss" is often used to describe a feeling of deep happiness, but it can also mean being deeply aware and focused on something. The concept of outdoor mindful Pilates has been around for years and continues to gain popularity as people seek new ways to heal their bodies and improve their health. Outdoor Pilates is similar to traditional Pilates, focusing on using your body weight against gravity while strengthening muscles and improving flexibility. However, some key differences between this type of exercise program and traditional indoor Pilates classes make outdoor mindful Pilates unique and beneficial for everyone who tries it.
Mindful outlook
Learning to be mindful is an essential component of Pilates. It's about learning how to focus on your breathing, be aware of your body, and be more aware of the world around you.
In a mindful state, you can tune into how your body feels when doing exercises such as stretching or twisting--and if something doesn't feel right or isn't working properly, then it's time for some adjustments! For example: When stretching out my hamstrings with my legs straight at 90 degrees (a position called "tabletop"), I noticed my right knee was slightly bent; this prevented me from fully extending my leg and getting the full benefit of this stretch exercise. So I adjusted by bending both knees slightly so that they're roughly parallel with each other instead - now both legs are evenly stretched, making it easier for me to hold this position longer without feeling discomfort on either side!
Full body awareness
In traditional Pilates, you may only feel the stretch in one area of your body. For example, if you are working on a standing leg lift exercise, then only your legs will be stretched out during that movement. However, with outdoor mindful Pilates, there is an opportunity for full body awareness and, therefore, more opportunities to connect with your mind-body connection!
The following pose will help you achieve this level of mindfulness:
- Mountain Pose - Standing tall with feet together or slightly apart, depending on what feels best for you. Raise both arms overhead to parallel each other (thumbs touching) and palms facing forward. If possible, try to keep shoulders down away from ears while lifting your chest so it opens up towards the sky/sunlight/heavens above us all ;)
Strength and flexibility
Pilates is a great way to build strength and flexibility. It can help you to build muscle tone, improve your posture, and improve balance.
Pilates is also known as "mindful" or "meditative" Pilates because it requires you to focus on each movement as you perform it. This helps draw attention away from stressful thoughts while increasing concentration skills simultaneously!
Emotional balance
Mindful Pilates is a form of outdoor Pilates that helps you find your bliss by connecting the mind and body. It is also known as "green" or "outdoor" Pilates because it involves practicing in nature rather than indoors in a studio. This can help you achieve emotional balance by helping you achieve mindfulness--a state where you focus on present-moment experience without judgment or analysis.
The benefits of being outdoors include:
- Exposure to natural stimuli like trees, flowers, and waterfalls can improve moods by reducing stress levels and increasing dopamine production (the feel-good hormone).
- Increased vitamin D levels from exposure to sunlight boosts immunity and protects against depression by regulating neurotransmitters such as serotonin and norepinephrine (which regulate mood).
New perspectives and ideas
You can find your bliss by exploring new places and thinking about the things you like to do.
- Explore new places: Try visiting a place that has never been on your radar before, or head into nature with a friend or family member. You'll see things in a whole new light, which may spark some ideas for how to enjoy what you already do even more!
- Think about the things you like to do: Think back on all the activities that bring joy into your life--from spending time with friends over coffee, going on hikes through nature preserves, or playing with pets (if you have one). Are there ways these activities could be improved? Adding something else into the mix would make them even more enjoyable.
The outdoors can help you find your bliss.
The benefits of being in nature are endless. Being outdoors can help you find your bliss by reconnecting with the natural world, which has been shown to improve mood and reduce stress.
For example, studies have shown that spending just 15 minutes outside can boost energy levels and increase performance on mental tasks like problem-solving or creative thinking.
Additionally, being in nature allows us to appreciate the beauty that we may not always notice when we're surrounded by concrete buildings and cars every day--and this appreciation helps us feel happier overall!
Conclusion
We hope this article has inspired you to go out and try mindful Pilates! There are many benefits, and we believe everyone can benefit from it. The key is finding what works best for your body, mind, and spirit; if outdoor classes aren't right for you at this time, then try an indoor class or explore other options, such as yoga or meditation at home or work. It doesn't matter where or how often--keep practicing until it becomes part of who you are!
