Callanetics was developed with the aim of obtaining a form of gymnastics that can be used in cases where other active physical activities are prohibited. Weight loss has become a pleasant side effect of callanetics, which manifests itself stably and does not require additional measures in the form of strict diets and dietary restrictions. Now the main purpose of using callanetics is not only recovery. The system has been transformed into a means of weight correction, increasing the mechanisms of physical endurance and rejuvenation.

The basic movements of yoga served as the basis for the exercises, to a lesser extent - elements of choreography and diving. The complex is complemented by intensive stretching.

Weight loss during weight loss does not occur with great speed, but it progresses steadily and harmoniously, which guarantees a long-term weight loss result and eliminates the risk of returning excess fat deposits.

The main characteristics of the complex are:

correct posture;
predetermined type of breathing;
stretching.
The second name of callanetki is "gymnastics of uncomfortable poses." Since during the exercise muscles are activated that are not involved in daily motor activity, these postures are really difficult to maintain, but it is precisely this circumstance that causes the rapid elimination of lipid deposits and the improvement of the condition of problem areas of the body.

Main characteristics

A characteristic feature of this type of gymnastics is a complex of static tensions of muscle tissue with alternating contraction and stretching of muscles. Each exercise begins with the adoption of a certain position in which many groups of external and internal muscles are involved, after which this position is fixed for 60-100 seconds.

During training, muscle groups of all parts of the body are simultaneously involved:

muscles of the neck and face;
chest muscles;
shoulder girdle;
forearm muscles;
arm muscles;
back muscles;
abdominal Press;
gluteal region;
leg muscles.
The elements of oriental gymnastics, in cooperation with proper breathing, provide an increased load on the body, which is many times more effective than fitness, shaping and aerobics.

During a static load, more intense energy production occurs in the muscle cells than during dynamic exercises. Per lesson hour callanetics burns 7 times more kilocalories than an hour of shaping. The main advantage is that during the performance of the postures, deep internal muscles are involved in the work, which are not involved in daily physical activity. This circumstance favorably distinguishes this type of gymnastics, allows you to get a concentrated result per unit of time.

The rejuvenating effect of callanetics is explained, first of all, by tensile elements that give the joints and ligaments elasticity, flexibility and elasticity. The main parameter that guarantees youth to all body systems is the condition of the cartilage tissue of the articular capsules. This rule is taken as a mandatory basis in training programs and provides a visible result.

Difference from other types of gymnastics

To figure out which type of gymnastics is better to choose for weight loss - callanetics, Pilates, shaping or fitness, it is worth identifying the main points that serve to form the correct body proportions and reduce the volume of problem areas in each case.

In yoga, the emphasis is not so much on the physical form of the body, but on the spiritual philosophical component, the fusion of man with the environment. Despite the fact that callanetics is a derivative of yoga, its center is the proportionality of the human body, the saturation of cells with oxygen and health in general.
Pilates is more focused on correct breathing movements and an increase in lung volume, the amplitude of stretching movements in it is much higher. Metabolic processes, in comparison with callanetics, do not have a high speed, which causes a slowdown in the loss of extra pounds. In addition, in Pilates, one of the priorities is the uniform development of all muscle groups, while in callanetics, “sculpting” of muscles according to the female type prevails.
Aerobics and shaping are characterized by significant activity with a variety of jumps, sudden movements and, as a result, an increase in pulse, heart rate and pressure. Callanetics, on the contrary, brings all these parameters to a calm state, balances and has a relaxing effect.
Advantages

The main characteristic of this type of gymnastics is saving time and effort against the background of high performance. Average number of kilocalories burned for an hour of training - about 310. Such a high figure allows you to lose weight and lose extra pounds quickly, for the first month weight loss is up to 10 kg.

In addition to effective weight loss and harmony, this technique allows you to increase endurance, acquire posture and improve the condition of the skin of the body.

The method is extremely economical, as it eliminates the need for specific requirements for the premises, the availability of simulators, qualified trainers. The arsenal of necessary things is limited to a sports mat, which will soften the pressure on the body during exercise.
The possibility of home workouts gives you the freedom to choose the time for them and save time spent on the road.
For classes, you can use any comfortable clothes and shoes.
Comparing callanetics with any other active sport, we can conclude that the absence of dynamic loads due to selected postures does not reduce the effectiveness of training, but accelerates the process of losing weight.
There is an active disposal of fat deposits in the hip area, which helps to improve the condition of the skin in this area and serves as a prevention of cellulite.
The poses and exercises of callanetics are simple and easy to perform, it will not be difficult even for beginners to master them and perform them correctly.
When performing exercises, the maximum number of muscles is strained at the same time, which greatly enhances the effectiveness of classes.
Highly effective in the fight against muscle flabbiness. This is especially true for people of elegant age, in whom the triceps area often loses elasticity and sags even in the presence of a slender body.
During training, the body's energy metabolism is activated and remains so for several hours after training. If classes take place systematically, then the metabolic processes are totally accelerated and acquire a constant elevated regime, and this allows you to continuously get rid of calories.
Callanetics is a method of combating and preventing osteochondrosis with proven effectiveness, relieves pain in the cervical and lumbar spine.
The risk of injury in this sport is minimized due to the lack of sudden movements.
During the summer heat, performing static loads does not pose a health risk, since the heart rate does not go to accelerated mode and pressure surges are excluded.
The exercises are designed in such a way as not to increase the compression load on the joints and spine, even with very heavy weight, so these exercises are ideal not only for losing weight, but also for combating obesity.
The undeniable advantage is that from the first minutes of the session, deep fat deposits are involved in the process, which are split with other types of load later and longer. This parameter allows you to lose weight and adjust your figure with twice the intensity.
Plasticity and flexibility develop, movements acquire softness, grace, and correct posture is formed.
The universality of the technique and the focus on a person with any level of physical fitness and endurance, makes it accessible to any gender and age.
The complex is specially designed in such a way as to minimize the accumulation of lactic acid in the muscles of the body. This avoids pain the next day.
By changing the metabolic rate and proper breathing, which contributes to filling all the cells of the body with oxygen, immunity and the body's resistance to colds and viral diseases increase.
Callanetics helps to normalize the psycho-emotional state and stabilize sleep.
Fatigue after exercise is many times less than with aerobics or fitness, so a cheerful state after a workout allows you to work actively and do other things.
Weight loss in this case proceeds physiologically, does not harm the digestive system, as when using diets, does not change the blood formula, does not deplete the body's resources.
After training, there is an increase in activity, a peaceful state. All of the above effects manifest themselves over time to a greater extent, which is an excellent incentive to continue practicing callanetics for weight loss.

Flaws

The complex of exercises in callanetics is quite monotonous. For energetic and active people, such a pastime may seem boring and limited. In this case, you can supplement classes with dynamic elements from Pilates.
For beginners, it can be difficult the first time to correctly take and hold the necessary postures. It takes some time to learn and improve skills. time. The main condition: do not give up at first and continue to improve your skills.
When practicing callanetics at home, it is difficult to independently monitor the correct implementation of all elements.
Who suits

This method is ideal for those who:

intends to radically correct the proportions of the figure and keep the body in good shape;
sets a goal to lose 10-20 kg;
wants to lose weight without the use of debilitating dietary restrictions;
puts healthy principles of weight loss in the first place;
suffers from bouts of shortness of breath during active sports;
has increased sensitivity to stress on the joints, cannot do aerobics or fitness due to arthrosis or arthritis;
unable to perform synchronized dance movements and poorly coordinating his body;
has a shortage of free time;
shy and group activities can serve as an obstacle on the way to sports;
slow and does not like a hasty pace.
Proper breathing throughout the workout

One of the most important parameters responsible for the effectiveness of callanetics for weight loss is proper breathing. If you neglect this factor, you may not get the required results, so the correctness of the respiratory movements should be taken seriously.

The traditional system, which involves