What is Pilates?
The Pilates Method is a form of full body exercise that focuses on developing core strength and stability. Pilates exercises emphasize postural alignment, functional movement and muscular balance. Pilates can be used to correct imbalances in the body, help improve posture, strength and flexibility and aid with injury treatment and prevention.
What are the benefits of Pilates?
With regular commitment Pilates has many benefits including:
- Improved core strength
- Improved posture
- Increased strength and flexibility
- Enhanced balance, coordination and body awareness
- Reduced stress and tension
- Increased endurance and performance
- Increased energy
- Aids in injury prevention and rehabilitation
- Improves sporting performance
- In some cases helps to reduce pain