What is Pilates ?
It is a series of movements performed mostly on a mat on the floor. These movements work the muscles by lengthening and strengthening. Whilst working the muscles we stabilise deep postural muscles (core stability) building strength and working with good technique maximises results.
Pilates builds strength without sacrificing flexibility and produces good body alignment.
Benefits of Pilates (as part of a regular routine)
- Weak muscles become strong, overused muscles learn to relax
- Rounded shoulders begin to open up and drop down
- Collapsed stomach muscles lift and strengthen to support your spine
- A slumped spine lengthens and strengthens
- A rigid spine softens and regains its’ natural curves
- Stiff joints move more freely and flexibility increases
- Stomach becomes firmer & flatter, Waistline shrinks, and buttocks lift and tighten.
- Wobbly arms become firmer and leaner
- You will feel more energised and de-stressed
