The Benefits of Pilates

Private pilates sessions are ideal for those:

• suffering with back or joint pain or in chronic pain*

• recovering from injury, surgery or rehabilitating*

• training for a sporting event or looking for more of a challenge

• seeking a deeper understanding of the Pilates principles or to improve technique

• new to Pilates and looking to build confidence before joining a group class

• looking for a more targeted and tailored exercise experience.

* Please check with your medical professional before commencing a new exercise programme.

Benefits associated with Pilates exercises include:

• Relief from:

  • Non specific lower back pain

  • Stress and tension
    
    

• Improved:

  • Posture and alignment

  • Muscle tone

  • Balance and joint mobility

  • Flexibility

  • Energy levels

  • Circulation and breathing habits

  • Body and mind connection and body awareness

Pilates exercises focus on precision and repetition to develop the muscles and challenge the body and mind. Many of the exercises target the smaller, local muscles - particularly those that surround the spine - that are often overlooked in other programmes in favour of developing the larger, global muscles, eg glutes, quads, etc.

Elite athletes and dancers have incorporated Pilates into their training programmes for many years, as the benefits offered can be difficult to gain in other exercise programmes. 

You may not always feel the usual muscle soreness or stiffness the day after a workout, but over time you will begin to realise the benefits associated with Pilates, and will find moving so much easier and more efficient.