Pilates is a unique approach to exercise which develops body awareness, improves postural alignment and increases flexibility. When we practice Pilates, the body's core strength and posture is built by using a series of stretching and conditioning exercises which strengthen without building bulk.
Focusing on awareness of the spine, proper breathing, core strength and flexibility, the outcome is a balanced body which is strong and supple, flat stomach and balanced legs and back.
Therapy or Exercise?
How can Pilates be beneficial to back pain sufferers yet challenging enough for a sports person? The Pilates Method is a complete program of mind/body conditioning with huge scope and a spectrum of potential exercises.
There are many small and therapeutic movements designed to help people return to exercise after injury which can be expanded, intensified and choreographed to challenge even the most agile sportsperson.
In the past the Pilates Method was mainly used by dancers and celebrities but now, Pilates has taken the general public by storm and attracts anyone from tight-neck and shouldered office workers, to sciatica-plagued mothers, businessmen and women and elite athletes and their physiotherapists, knowing that by practicing bi-weekly it will help them to strengthen their back and abdominals and restore flexibility to their joints.
Physiotherapists, Osteopaths and Chiropractors are all keen to refer clients to a fully qualified and experienced Pilates Instructor.
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