Fitness
Neutral Spine in Pilates
Neutral spine in Pilates keeps a natural lumbar curve and level pelvis—home base before flexion, extension, and loaded limb work.
Neutral spine in Pilates is the small natural lumbar curve maintained while the pelvis stays level—not flattened to the floor and not over-arched. Many reformer and mat exercises start here before flexion or extension challenges.
Desk flexion often loses neutral; Pilates retrains awareness with pelvic tilts and footwork. Move between neutral and imprint deliberately rather than collapsing.
Common questions
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What is the difference between neutral and imprint?
Neutral keeps a small lumbar space; imprint gently melts the low back toward the floor for some mat work. Switch intentionally—do not live imprinted all day.
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