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What is Pilates on the equipment?
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Pilates exercises and its philosophy were developed by German-born Joseph Pilates (1880-1967) and was originally called Contrology in the 1920's. His philosophy includes six principles of concentration, centering, control, precision, breathing, and flow. Pilates equipment consists of Reformer, Cadillac, Chair, Barrel, and Mat. The Reformer is the main piece in which five levels of exercises are layered into your body to strengthen your spine and core. The remaining pieces have beginning, intermediate, and advanced exercises that are also layered into the body. Equipment and exercises are selected by the instructor based upon clients' experience, skills, ailments, and are tailored to the goals of the client. Pilates equipment provides feedback to strengthen the deepest layer of the three abdominal muscles, the transverse abdominus, through the use of springs for resistance. Mat exercises are the most challenging to perform correctly for there are no springs/resistance to provide feedback into your spine and transverse abdominus, consequently, resulting in low back pain. Modifications of some exercises are then required for your body to increase core strength and achieve balance.
"In 10 sessions you feel different
In 20 sessions you will look different
And in 30 sessions you'll have a whole new body."
~Joseph Pilates
Benefits of Pilates:
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Improves strength, particularly around the deep abdominal muscles, low back, and glutes - these are the muscles that make up your 'core'
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Enhances posture, balance, stabilization of the spine
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Rehabilitates musculoskeletal injuries related to muscle imbalances
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Prevents from injuries
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Balances both sides of the body
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Softens the neck and shoulders
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Increases flexibility, coordination, body awareness
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Boosts focus, stress management, relaxation
"Concentrate on the correct movement each time you exercise, lest you do them improperly and lose all vital benefits."
~Joseph Pilates
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