The term cross pattern also known as cross crawling involves using the opposite arm and leg at the same time. This cross lateral action integrates both sides of the brain for optimum learning and brain communication so it’s not just your body that benefits but your brain too. Essential to do as you enter midlife if not before as our brains and bodies need challenging to both maintain, and improve our health and wellbeing.
This is the swimming exercise from the original pilates Matwork programme, the challenge is to keep moving opposite arm and leg throughout ten breath cycles. Can you think of other examples?
And if you’d like to try it for yourself click here to go to the workout where I break it down for you: Pilates Full Body Intermediate Workout | 30 Minute Routine
Have a wonderful day, Rachel ❤️