Pilates
Pilates (pi-LAH-teez) is a form of body conditioning developed by Joseph H. Pilates in the early 20th century. The method encompasses more than 500 exercises that simultaneously stretch and strengthen muscles. Pilates is based on the principle that before working the peripheral parts of the body, the core needs to be strong and stable.
Benefits of Pilates
- Lengthened Muscles
- Improved Posture
- Enhanced Energy
- Increased Mental Concentration
- Prevention & Healing of Injuries
- An Energizing Workout
- Mind/Body Connection & Awareness
Principals of Pilates
The 7 C's of Pilates
- CENTERING: Alignment, Placement, Positioning & Emotional Balance
- CONCENTRATION: Mental Focus, Short-Term & Long-Term Memory
- CONTROL: Muscular Stabilization, Flexibility & Breathing
- CORRECTNESS (Precision): Placement, Articulating Shape
- CORE STRENGTH: Abdominal & Spinal Stabilization, Carriage, Power
- CARDIOVASCULAR CONDITIONING: Endurance, Stamina
- CADENCE: Flowing Movement, Rhythm & Dynamics