Pilates Wellness Benefits
Pilates’ Promise of Progression
In 10 sessions you will feel the difference; |
| - Joseph Pilates 1881 – 1967 |
Quality is everything
Pilates consists of moving through a slow, sustained series of exercises using abdominal control and proper breathing. The quality of each posture is what's important, not the number of repetitions or how energetically you can move.
Achieving Balance is Key
The objective of the regimen is to achieve a balance between flexibility and strength; increasing muscle size is not a goal. In developing his method, Pilates emphasized "contrology" or the science and art of coordinated body-mind-spirit development through natural movements. He combined the eastern approach to exercise (calmness, centeredness) with the western approach (motion, muscle tone and strength) to develop what he considered the ultimate form of fitness: exercise without strain that cultivates power and grace. Pilates also designed various apparatuses to accommodate the hundreds of exercises he developed over time.
Pilates Wellness Benefits
Those who practice Pilates swear by these benefits:
- Develops Whole-Body Wellness
- Creates Strength without Bulk
- Increases Flexibility
- Improves Posture
- Develops Core Strength
- Increases Energy
- Promotes Weight Loss & Long Lean Appearance
- Increases Awareness & Mind/Body Connection
- Relief from back pain, sports injuries, and other chronic health problems
- Stronger and better-conditioned muscles, especially your “deep” or underlying muscles
- Better range of motion and freedom of movement