What are the benefits of Pilates?
There are many benefits to be gained from learning and using Pilates. These include:
- Lasting improvement in both physical and mental well-being for both men and women.
- Safe, low impact method of exercise minimises risk of body damage.
- Can be tailored to suit each person, whatever their age or physical condition.
- Ability to work at an individual pace.
- Improved coordination and mind-body awareness.e.g. pelvic placement, body alignment.
- Reduced anxiety and stress levels whilst invigorating and boosting energy levels.
- Stronger back muscles, straighter spinal column and taller gait through better posture.
- Reduced muscle stiffness, increased joint mobility and flexibility (easier and fuller movement) with improved posture.
- Better definition and flattened abs (flatter stomach) plus stronger pelvic floor muscles.
- Superb conditioning, training and cardiovascular workout for everybody that improves circulation. A natural complement to aerobic exercise e.g. swimming, walking, running.
- Pilates exercising helps to burn calories.
- Leaner, aesthetic body sculpturing-effect with less bulky muscles.