Pilates

Pilates

Pilates is a series of exercises inspired by yoga and ballet that can improve flexibility, strength, balance and postural awareness. Pilates has been adapted to suit people in the general community. This exercise calls for concentration and focus, because the body is moved through precise ranges of motion.

Some Benefits of Pilates

·         Improved flexibility

·         Enhanced muscular control o0f the back and limbs

·         Improved stabilization of the spine

·         Greater awareness of posture

·         Improved physical coordination and balance

·         Relaxation of the shoulders, neck and upper back

Pilates is suitable for everyone, from the beginner to the advanced. You can perform exercises using your own body weight, or with the aid of various pieces of equipment.

Atypical Pilate’s workout include

§  A number of exercises performed at low repetitions

§  In sets of five to 10

§  With a session lasting 60-90 minutes