Pilates is a series
of about 500 exercises inspired by calisthenics, yoga and ballet. Pilates lengthens
and stretches all the major muscle groups in the body in a balanced fashion. It
improves flexibility, strength, balance and body awareness.
Pilates is a safe
and effective method of rehabilitation and exercise that focuses on muscular
balance.
The health benefits of Pilates include:
- improved
flexibility
- increased
muscle strength and tone, particularly of your abdominal muscles, lower
back, hips and buttocks (the ‘core muscles’ of your body)
- balanced
muscular strength on both sides of your body
- enhanced
muscular control of your back and limbs
- improved
stabilisation of your spine
- improved
posture
- rehabilitation
or prevention of injuries related to muscle imbalances
- improved
physical coordination and balance
- relaxation
of your shoulders, neck and upper back
- safe
rehabilitation of joint and spinal injuries
- prevention
of musculoskeletal injuries
- increased
lung capacity and circulation through deep breathing
- improved
concentration
- increased
body awareness
- stress management and relaxation
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Sourced from Better Health VIC
19 Apr 2016