Benefits of Pilates

Pilates is a fantastic method of exercise! There is no impact on your body, which makes it safe and effective for most individuals.

When practiced under the supervision and guidance of a well-trained, qualified instructor, Pilates can provide the following benefits:

- Long, lean muscles - because the movements initiate from within (as opposed to from an external source, such as weights or exercise equipment), the body becomes longer and leaner like that of a dancer (as opposed to a weight lifter)

- Flatter abs; sculpted, toned muscles and a stronger core – the core muscles are the abdominals and the back; the entire emphasis of Pilates is to engage the core to perfect precise movements and exercises

- Improved coordination – the Pilates method educates your body and mind for awareness in how to connect the muscles with symmetry and from within, which is the way that our bodies were intended to work

- Enhanced posture and body awareness - Pilates trains your mind and body by directing your attention to details (like pulling your stomach in or keeping your shoulders down and relaxed) that translate to daily activities

- Increased strength and flexibility - relying on the resistance of springs and pulleys of the Pilates equipment or of the body (in the case of mat work), muscles are strengthened through a series of progressive exercises that are performed in a thoughtful sequence to challenge, then release and elongate, the muscles

- Decreased feelings of stress; increased feeling of well-being – when you exercise, your body naturally releases powerful hormones called endorphins. These endorphins resemble opiates in their ability to create a feeling of well-being and relieve pain and inflammation.

So, with all of these great benefits, what are you waiting for? Come take a class with Roxanne and get the mind-body that you deserve!