PILATES IS...

A new Body/Mind knowledge and skills to alter patterns of movement through a change in neurological activity using proproception as a tool to perceive the sensation of position movement, tension, flexibility and strength in a balanced body.
A new dimension in the art of achieving full movement potential and muscle-skeletal alignment for performance, injury prevention and rehabilitation.

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Pilates is a unique exercise form emphasizing body alignment and correct breathing while enhancing the two «Control Centres» in the human body. The two control centers consist of the lower and deeper abdominals on the one hand and the mid-back and part of the shoulder muscles on the other. Pilates is taught on a one-to-one basis and assists the indvidual in reaching the goal of optimal biomechanics, correct neuromuscular recruitment patterns and firing sequence in all movements.

Pilates utilizes specialized equipment with spring resistance simulating normal muscle physiology integrating muscle synergies in concentric and eccentric ways; increasing strength, flexibility, coordination and vertebral articulation in a dynamic and functional balanced progression.
 

Pilates Exercise

With its emphasis on strength building, balance, and mental focus, Pilates has often been compared
to yoga. Regular practice of Pilates movements will systematically strengthen all the muscle groups in
your body.

Free Pilates Exercises

The Hundred
This movement strengthens the torso by requiring the back muscles to work in synergy with the
abdominal muscles.

Roll Up
This movement strengthens the abdominal muscles.

One-Leg Circle
This movement opens up the hip, increasing flexibility.

One-Leg Stretch
This movement strengthens the abdominal muscles with the opposition effect of keeping the back
flat on the floor while changing legs.

Single Straight-Leg Stretch
This movement strengthens the abdominal muscles by the opposition of keeping the back flat
on the floor while changing legs.

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