The Pilates Method
- Improves core strength & flexibility
- Increases balance & stability
- Regenerates body & mind awareness
- Improves posture & circulation
- Increases vitality
The Pilates Method (pronounced puh-LAH-teez) of body conditioning was developed by German Joseph Pilates more than 70 years ago. The Pilates Method is a series of controlled movements engaging your body and mind, performed on uniquely designed equipment and supervised by extensively trained instructors.
Traditional methods of training and developing the body tend to produce short, bulky muscles - precisely the type of musculature most prone to injury. Pilates elongates the spine, increasing the elasticity of muscles and the flexibility of joints. This balance between strength and flexibility drastically reduces the potential for injury.
Pilates emphasizes flowing movements requiring the use of multiple muscle groups simultaneously. Controlled breathing and concentration are essential, making Pilates truly a workout for the body and the mind. It avoids the tendency of many exercise forms to emphasize the muscles which are stronger and to neglect those which are already weaker.
The Pilates Method spans all ages and fitness levels. It is a program you look forward; it engages you and leaves you recharged with a sense of mental and and physical well-being.