Some things you might not know about Pilates
The Pilates Method represents a unique approach to exercise that develops body awareness, improving and changing the body's postural and alignment habits and increasing flexibility and ease of movement.
The core fundamentals of the method are based upon a thorough understanding of the anatomy of the human body. The Pilates teacher uses this information to create a comprehensive exercise programme for each client with the aim of restoring a greater sense of balance. It is this holistic approach that sets the method apart from many other forms of exercise. Indeed, osteopaths, physiotherapists and general practitioners are now recommending Pilates as one of the safest forms of exercise today.
For years, dancers, athletes and sportsmen and women have used Pilates as a method for rebalancing musculature. Equally, for those with injuries it is a wonderful rehabilitive technique, enabling people to continue to work through a recovery period. Likewise, with it's emphasis on core stability training, Pilates is great for those with specific issues (eq. chronic back pain, sciatica, frozen shoulders, disc problems) as it focuses on building up supportive muscles and stretching out tight areas.