About
Pilates 
Is Pilates Right for You?
About the Pilates Method
Discover the Benefits of Pilates!
Pilates was originally developed by Joseph Pilates in the early twentieth
century. Using a blend of Eastern and Western exercise regimens- from
ancient Greco-Roman workouts to yoga and zen- Pilates created his new
exercise program based around principles of core strength, flexibility,
and the elongation of muscle groups.
Concentrating on the core abdominal and back muscles, Pilates works all body muscle groups correctly. Proper breathing throughout the workout leaves you feeling refreshed and energized. As you learn the flowing motions of the Pilates method, you will experience a new sense of inner harmony.
Pilates will help you:
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build strength |
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increase flexibility |
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improve coordination, balance and posture |
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relieve back pain |
The main difference between Pilates and other forms of exercise is that
Pilates was created to increase the overall health and wellness of the
student, rather than simply for aesthetic effect. Strength is built not
only in the large muscle groups, but in the smaller supporting muscle
groups as well, which results in more total fitness and longer-lasting
strength and health. It can be formatted to fit in with any exercise or
wellness goals- from weight loss to the rehabilitation of an injury, from
day-to-day fitness to a much-needed increase in strength and flexibility-
and is safe to practice at any age or level of experience.
To find out if Pilates is right for you, click here.
