Pilates is a form of exercise developed in the 20 th Century with a focus on slow, controlled
movements, breathing, spinal alignment and core activation. It is a specific training
approach used to promote optimal movement patterns, improve muscle imbalance and
develop coordination. Physio-led Pilates can be used for:
- Injury prevention
- Injury rehabilitation (including sports and post-operative)
- Management of chronic pain
- General strength and fitness
- Balance training
- Improve posture
- Lower back and neck pain
- Lower limb injuries
- Shoulder injuries
- Pre and Post Natal Exercise
In ten sessions, you will feel the difference. In twenty, you will see the difference. And in
thirty, you’ll be on your way to having a whole new body. – Joseph Pilates
Benefits of Pilates
- Pilates is a whole body workout
Although it focuses on the core, Pilates trains the body as a whole unit – including
the breath and mind. Pilates promotes balanced strength and muscle development,
whilst also increasing range of motion and flexibility. - Pilates increases core strength
Most of the exercises you will complete in Pilates incorporate an element of core. A
strong core helps to support the framework of your body which allows for more
efficient movement. - Pilates is adaptable to all levels
Pilates can easily be changed for all fitness levels. It’s easy to tailor the program to
your specific needs as Pilates has hundreds of exercise possibilities and modifications
and is perfect for both the elite athlete and the weekend warrior. - Pilates improves posture
The increased core strength, flexibility, and body control learnt in Pilates translates to
improved posture. - Pilates increases body/mind awareness
When completing exercises in Pilates, there is complete focus on each movement.
The focus on technique and breathing allows for more control and awareness of
body movements.
By Isabel Armsworth
