September 2013

Benefits of the Pilates class

You are wondering about Pilates and why it is good for you… Have a quick read of my notes below and make up your mind

It is a body conditioning class that works on flexibility, muscle strength, and endurance in the legs, abdominals, arms, hips and back. Emphasis is on spinal and pelvic alignment, breathing, developing a strong core called “powerhouse” and improving coordination and balance. We are modifying different exercises to work with beginners as well as advanced participants and intensity can be increased over time as the body conditions and gets used to the exercises.

Results of the regular participation are longer, leaner muscles (less bulk, more freedom of movement), improved postural problems, increased core strength, stability and mobility, enhanced functional fitness, ease of movement, balanced strength and flexibility and heightened body awareness. It is no-impact, easy on the joints, can be customised to suit everyone from rehab patients to elite athletes, complements other methods of exercise, improves performance in sports (golf, skiing, skating, etc.), improves balance, coordination and circulation.

“Contrology develops the body uniformly, corrects wrong posture, restores physical vitality, invigorates the mind and elevate the spirit” – Joseph H. Pilates (1880-1967)

So to sum it up with 10 classes you understand Pilates, with 20 you will see and feel the difference and with 30 you will change your life! Pilates doesn’t work on concept “no pain no game”. We will focus on BREATHING & CONTROL!

Now hit my class and reap the rewards of these benefits.