THE BENEFITS OF PILATES

Pilates results in fantastic effects on your body and general wellbeing. From a flatter stomach, slimmer thighs and toned arms, to increased bone density, stronger muscles and better breathing:


  • increases strength & flexibility

  • improves posture : walk taller and breathe better 

  • strengthens abdominal and lower back 

  • reduces stress 

  • improves coordination 

  • increases energy levels 

  • prevents and rehabilitates injuries; Pilates works to balance muscles throughout the body 

  • relieves arthritis and other illnesses that effect muscle flexibility

  • develops long and lean muscles 

  • increases endurance 

  • improves muscle tone 

  • helps in the  prevention of osteoporosis 

  • maintains fitness during pregnancy and helps prepare for the labor

  • enhances performance in other physical activities: Classical Pilates complements any training program, improving muscle recovery and mobility 

  • boosts your self esteem: Pilates feels good to do and yields such noticeable results, you will feel great about yourself 

  • look better naked, if it’s one of your secret goals !!!

Physical fitness is the first requisite of happiness. In order to achieve happiness, it is imperative to gain mastery of your body. If at the age of 30 you are stiff and out of shape, you are old. If at 60 you are supple and strong then you are young. Joseph Pilates.

Pilates helps to preserve proper posture

On Studio 10.tv, Dr  Carolyn Webber  of PrimeCare LLC  and Tess explain how some physical activities, among them Pilates, help to preserve proper posture. Click on the picture.   
                                

Pilates on Studio10.tv