Pilates has many benefits, if practiced
consistently – it uses deep breathing to enhance lung capacity
and blood circulation. Pilates also increases the flexibility and
strength of your muscles, especially in the back and abdomen
areas. Your balance and posture are also greatly improved by
practicing Pilates. It teaches you to control your body and make
it much stronger than it is at present. The health of your joints
and the density of your bones improve considerably with the help
of Pilates. In a Pilates’ session which is effective, mental and
physical coordination are essential.
What are some of the moves practiced in
Pilates?
Some Pilates moves include the Roll Up, Single
Straight Leg Stretch, One Leg Circle, One Leg Stretch and the
Hundred. You should talk to your physician before you begin with
your Pilates sessions.
Why should you do Pilates?
The reasons for you to sign up for some Pilates
sessions are umpteen – you will feel younger, feel less stressed
out, look much taller because of your improved posture, be
rejuvenated, have the toned body you always wanted, have a very
focused mind and walk and/or move gracefully, like a dancer.
One of the great strengths of Pilates is that
it requires a lot of concentration and coordination. This mind and
body relationship, forms an integral part of Pilates. With the
goal as aspiring to be healthy and fit, Pilates uses the mind to
direct the body to greater flexibility and strength.
Make sure you’re wearing something that you
are comfortable in while doing Pilates.
Why choose Pilates over all other exercise
routines possible?
The benefits of practicing Pilates, stretches
beyond traditional strength training or aerobics routines, which
is why Pilates has become so firmly entrenched in the mainstream
fitness culture. Dancers, celebrities and gymnasts all swear by it
– because it’s so effective, provided you do it the right way
and with enough consistency.
It’s not just about your body – it’s that
much more effective because it’s about your mind as well. Your
spirit is rejuvenated after a soothing and invigorating Pilates
session. Apart from making you stronger, it also relaxes you and
reduces stress levels considerably. Not just a few muscles, but
your entire body is stronger after you consistently practice
Pilates. This means that Pilates has the power to protect you from
any future injuries that might occur. Your body is supple and very
fluid, like a dancer’s.
How can you tell that something’s wrong
during a Pilates session?
There is one golden rule – you should never
feel any pain while practicing Pilates. If you do, then there’s
something wrong. You should always talk to your physician before
you start Pilates training sessions. You can stop the second you
feel it is too much for you – don’t hesitate. You can always
start again and work on challenging areas.
