Based on the work of Joseph Pilates.
Pilates is a body conditioning method that works in a different
way to other fitness techniques. It works by building strength
from inside out! One is encouraged to breathe more efficiently
by breathing laterally into the lower ribcage. The creation of
a ‘Girdle of Strength’ targeting the deep ‘Core’
postural muscles that stabilise the torso is one of the primary
aims and correcting imbalances bringing the body into correct
alignment. It helps reshape your body, which will become longer,
leaner and more toned. It will also improve your posture, achieving
the perfect balance between strength and flexibility. Precise,
controlled, following movements mean that muscle ligament damage
is avoided. The Pilates method offers both mental and physical
training, teaching you to be in ‘Control of your Body’.
Pilates for men:
Are they too macho for the likes of Pilates exercises? Try telling
that to the top sportsmen all over the world for whom Pilates
classes are compulsory to help prevent injuries, premier league
footballers, the England cricket athletics are well versed in
the benefits of doing Pilates. Pilates is an effective form of
exercise because it develops core strength and improves your posture,
something all men can benefit from just as much as women. Those
core muscles that Pilates targets so perfectly can help alleviate
back and shoulder problems so many of us suffer with from muscle
imbalance.
So remember only real men do Pilates!
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