There are countless benefits to making Pilates part of your health and wellness routine for both your body and your mind.
Pilates is for everybody, regardless of gender, age, race, size, ability or fitness level.
The Pilates Method is made up of over 600 exercises and variations meaning there’s something for everyone, whether you have a sedentary lifestyle, are a weekend warrior, are pregnant, are undergoing rehab, have anxiety or are a professional athlete.
Studies have shown that Pilates improves quality of life by having a positive effect on depression and pain, most notably decreasing back pain.
Pilates is an exercise program that benefits your core muscles, including your abdominal muscles, lower back, hips and glutes.
These muscles will be strengthened and become leaner as you continue with your Pilates Journey.
You will also notice increased flexibility in your body.
As your muscles become toned and fat dissipates, you can expect to feel more energized throughout the course of the day.
When you strengthen your muscles, you also increase your resting metabolic rate, helping you lose weight and stay toned even when you’re not exercising.
Though there is an emphasis on core work, core strength alone is not the end goal.
Rather, using that core strength to develop functional and sustainable movement patterns throughout the body is the goal.
“Pilates aligns your entire body’s overall structure and supports its joints,” said Core Defined Pilates and Fitness Studio Instructor Unica Estabillo.
“What appears to look simple can be deceptively challenging and incredibly effective when done correctly with good form.”
The optimal strength gained from a consistent Pilates practice is nonrigid, balancing strength with mobility and flexibility.
It helps you move and breathe through your daily activities with more freedom and power and less pain.
And it’s not just about physical health — Pilates has benefits for your mental wellbeing too.
The benefits overlap and are the result of the influence and connection of the whole body.
Core Defined Pilates and Fitness Studio offer Pilates classes taught by qualified instructors, who will ensure you follow your individual program whether in a one-on-one or in our group "All Levels" class.
“Whether you’re seeking to feel better, tone up, build muscle and bone density, Pilates can positively affect your quality of life,” said Unica.
To find out more, jump online and book now at www.coredefinedpilates.com.au.
Image: Pilates can help you shape your body and core and help you feel better and have more energy in your day-to-day activities. Photo supplied: Unica Estabillo
