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Pilates Terms - Modify

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Updated August 30, 2007

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Definition: To adjust an exercise to meet a specific need or account for a physical limitation, while keeping the original intent of the exercise.
Pronunciation: mod-i-fi
Also Known As: adjust
Examples:
To modify the Pilates hundreds, one can adjust the height of the legs to make the exercise easier or more difficult.

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