Pilates

Experience the Pilates Reformer​

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Overall Benefits

 

Pilates was designed to work directly with the deepest muscles in the body, align muscles and the skeleton, creating a strong core, minus the pain associated with conventional exercises. A disciplined, regular pilates regimen develops every aspect of physical fitness: strength, flexibility, coordination, speed, agility, endurance, cardiovascular. It’s an ideal cross-training activity for those with athletic pursuits (dancers, swimmers, and equestrians find it especially beneficial) and, naturally, for non-athletes engaged in daily, normal activity. The full-body workout helps keep musculature and bone structure in an optimal state. In the process, it Improves balance and proprioception, agility, coordination and overall mobility.

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Internal Benefits  

 

Pilates is a passive exercise that lowers blood pressure, improves the nervous system, and facilitates optimal function of the internal organs. Extending the spine relieves compression on the internal organs (fluid movements makes it a wonderful method for aiding in digestion) while breathing techniques help to expand your lungs and benefit the entire respiratory system. Contraction of your muscles during pilates will circulate the lymphatic system, as well as strengthen the immune system. 

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Mental Benefits

 

The concentration it takes to strive for optimal alignment and breathing with pilates kills the "mind chatter" that all of us experience due to the stresses of daily life. As a result, a greater degree on calmness is achieved, providing a path to inner harmony — through a finely tuned body! Similarly, pilates offers a vehicle concentration and focus — ideal for anyone, but especially helpful for those with ADHD. A more stable and aware mind is a gift from Pilates to you.