The benefits of Pilates training are many. Pilates can make a wonderful difference to our mental & physical health without causing strain to the body. Research in the field of exercise shows that many of our chronic health issues are positively influenced with corrective exercise. Proper therapeutic exercise performed regularly under the supervision of a trained therapist are used to prevent injury, alleviate pain and restore your body to optimal level.
What can regular Pilates training do for you?
Good Posture
Pilates teaches you to gain and maintain good posture. The exercises require that your body is always in correct alignment so that you train in the correct form and your muscles learn to maintain good form.
Works the deep local muscles
Learn to engage and mobilize deep muscles, the ones closer to the spine that are often underused as bigger muscles take over. They are important for maintaining good balance, correct posture and help you be pain-free.
Relieves back pain
By strengthening the ‘core’ it means working out the deep abdominals and back muscles. These muscle groups work in opposition. The stronger these muscles are the less back pain you experience.
Strong abdominal muscles
Because Pilates focuses on strengthening your core which includes your abdominal muscles, one of the benefits of Pilates is that it will result in a toned belly (and body!).
Flexibility
As we age, it is normal that we might lose some of the flexibility we had when we were young. Pilates can help restore your flexibility, gently at first of course! After a while though, you’ll be amazed at how much more mobile your body has become. This is especially important for avoiding injuries from falls.
Improves your balance
Through the mind-body connection which is taught in Pilates you will become much more aware of how your body moves and performs. Pilates not only improves your physical balance through correct posture but will also help restore your mind-body balance.
Everyday life activities
Regular Pilates training can help you in your everyday life activities. Actions such as carrying shopping, picking up your child, stamina to deal with daily stresses, can take a toll on your body. You need muscular strength, energy and good posture to be able to perform them properly without injury or fatigue. Regular Pilates training improves the quality of your day-to-day life by providing you with the muscular support you need to enjoy life more.
Reduces stress
When performing the exercises, you will be focused on your workout and in your breathing. It feels like meditating through the body as you pay attention and connect with the movement taking place within you. A good breathing pattern helps release tension, encourages a better use of lung capacity, engages our deep abdominal muscle (transverse abdominis) and helps give all those hard working muscles with much-needed oxygen.
Gives you a general sense of mental and physical well-being
Because Pilates focuses on providing balance between your mind and body, it will help you achieve an overall sense of well-being.
Helps rehabilitation
Pilates provides effective relief from back, neck pain, muscle pain and sports injuries. It is useful in rehabilitation after experiencing loss of function due to neurological impairments, such as a stroke or physical injury. Pilates is used to help cancer survivors regain their physical vitality after treatment. While no one is claiming that Pilates is a ‘cure all’ method, there is evidence to show it is a helpful and viable option for those dealing with any of the above. Before embarking in a new exercise, always get the go ahead from your physiotherapist or doctor as specific modifications might be needed. For more information or to book your session, please Contact Us.
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