What is Pilates?
An Exercise in Balance: The Pilates Phenomenon
Pilates is a method of exercise and physical movement designed to stretch, strengthen, and balance the body. With systematic practice of these exercises coupled with focused breathing patterns, Pilates has proven itself invaluable not only as a fitness endeavor of itself, but also as an important adjunct to professional sports training and physical rehabilitation of all kinds.
When practiced faithfully, Pilates yields numerous benefits. Increased lung capacity and circulation as a result of deep, healthy breathing. Strength and flexibility, particularly of the abdomen and back muscles, are key components in an effective Pilates program. Posture, balance, and core strength are all heartily increased. Bone density and joint health improve, and many people experience conscious body awareness for the first time. Pilates teaches balance and control of the body, and these skills affect change in all the other areas of one's life.
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