Benefits of Pilates
People often wonder exactly what Pilates is and what the benefits are. This is by no means a comprehensive list, but certainly are some of the major reasons that I and countless others have fallen in love with Pilates.
- Longer, leaner muscles (less bulk, more freedom of movement)
- Improves postural problems
- Increases core strength, stability and peripheral mobility
- Helps prevent injury
- Enhances functional fitness, ease of movement
- Balances strength & flexibility
- Heightens body awareness
- No-impact, easy on the joints
- Can be customized to suit everyone from rehab patients to elite athletes
- Complements other methods of exercise: improves performance in sports (golf, skiing, skating, etc.)
- Improves balance, coordination & circulation
- Promotes weight loss
- Increases energy.
- Development of the mind/body connection