Pilates
Pull out your gym mat and get ready to do a series of movements that will stabilize and strengthen your core, and give you a delicious feeling of warming your muscles up from the inside out!
What does a class involve?
The exercises are usually done in a specific order, one right after another. The movements have names, like “The 100,” Criss-Cross,” “the seal” & “the crab.”
The moves may look simple, but they take a lot of precision and control. It’s not like doing a bunch of crunches; there’s a strong emphasis on technique.
We do these classes on an exercise mat, (they are provided or you can bring your own) All the equipment needed is provided in a mixed level class, suitable for beginners to intermediate.
It is gentle exercise with the emphasis on strengthening your back and your core, but your whole body will get a great workout too!
What sort of benefits can I expect?
1. Improved posture
2. Decreased back pain
3. Improved cardiorespiratory fitness
4. Decreased Stress
5. Improved flexibility
6. Increased muscle strength and tone, particularly of your abdominal muscles, lower back, hips & buttocks (the ‘core muscles’ of your body)
7. Balanced muscular strength on both sides of your body
8. Enhanced muscular control of your back and limbs
