Gentle Pilates
Elongating your body while building core strength and definition
Pilates was first introduced by Joseph H. Pilates in the early 1900's. The exercise regime he developed was initially called "Contrology". It has been used by dancers for many decades as well as for rehabilitation purposes.
Pilates exercises focus on core strengthening with static and dynamic stabilization by activating the abdominals, pelvic floor muscles, low back muscles, shoulder girdle and neck stabilizing muscles. The exercises follow a specific progression which include directional preferences (flexion, extension, side flexion and rotation), enhanced by focused breathing.
The pilates method has been adapted and updated using recent scientific literature. The main premise of Balance Pilates is to restore the natural curves of the spine through muscle balance around the joints.
Pilates uses a pattern of breathing during the exercises to help activate specific core muscles, progress the endurance of them and for stress relief and energizing purposes.
Pilates can help you:
• Activate and strengthen/stabilize your core muscles• Build stronger, leaner and longer muscles
• Decrease stress by deep breathing techniques
• Enhance athletic performance
• Improve flexibility, endurance and coordination
• Improve posture
• Increase body awareness
• Prevent injury
• Rehabilitate following injury
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