The Pilates Method of exercise was developed by Joseph Pilates in the 1920s. Originally designed as a rehabilitative practice on an exercise mat and specialized equipment, Pilates exercises target the deep muscles of the abdomen and spine to strengthen the body from the inside out in proper alignment. The goal is to achieve a balance of strength and flexibility, a balance of opposing muscle groups and better balance in the body when moving through all of life’s activities.
The six Pilates principles: Centering, Breath, Control, Flow, Precision and Concentration are essential ingredients in a high quality Pilates workout. The Pilates method has always emphasized quality over quantity, and you will find that, unlike many systems of exercise, Pilates exercises do not include a lot of repetitions for each move. Instead, doing each exercise fully, with precision, yields significant results in a shorter time than one would ever imagine. In Pilates, good form and effective body mechanics have a huge impact on how effective your Pilates workout will be.
Pilates will give you a workout routine that you will stick with because it will change your body as you challenge your mind. It is great for all fitness levels and even for those with injuries or movement restrictions.
The six Pilates principles: Centering, Breath, Control, Flow, Precision and Concentration are essential ingredients in a high quality Pilates workout. The Pilates method has always emphasized quality over quantity, and you will find that, unlike many systems of exercise, Pilates exercises do not include a lot of repetitions for each move. Instead, doing each exercise fully, with precision, yields significant results in a shorter time than one would ever imagine. In Pilates, good form and effective body mechanics have a huge impact on how effective your Pilates workout will be.
Pilates will give you a workout routine that you will stick with because it will change your body as you challenge your mind. It is great for all fitness levels and even for those with injuries or movement restrictions.
Benefits
- Significantly strengthen your core (abdominal muscles)
- Build long, lean, uniformly developed muscles
- Prevent or rehabilitate sports and work-related injuries
- Increase flexibility and balance
- Improve your posture
- Alleviate back pain
A great Pilates workout can be had from the comfort of your home, or you can come to Jessica's studio to work out on a variety of specialized equipment,. A session provides clients with an hour of guided instruction, customized to meet the specific needs of the individual. Private sessions allow for client convenience and workout regularity, insuring that nothing gets in the way of a maintaining a healthy body.
