The benefits
of consistent Pilates practice
~longer, leaner muscles
greater strength and muscle tone ~more efficient respiratory, lymphatic,
and circulatory systems~better posture
~improves balance and coordination
~helps prevent injuries
~improves flexibility and agility
~decreases incidence of back pain
~increased joint mobility
~lower stress level
~increases core strength
~a flatter stomach and trimmer waist ~slender thighs and a strong back~improves specific sports performance
~skiing, golf, dancing, tennis, skating, etc.~no-impact
~easy on the joints~heightens body awareness
~assists with weight loss and weight management
~provides a refreshing mind body workout
~and much more!
Joseph H. Pilates designed more than 500 specific exercises using five major pieces of unique apparatus to develop the body uniformly.
Instead of performing many repetitions of each exercise, Joseph H. Pilates preferred fewer, more precise movements, requiring proper control and form.
Because your mind is required to work with your body to perform the movements correctly, you experience a new awareness of muscle function and control.
The "powerhouse" – abdomen, lower back, and buttocks – is supported and strengthened, enabling the rest of the body to move freely.
So, the Pilates regimen is built on specific principles:
- Concentration
Be present - focus- Centering
Initiate movement from our powerhouse-our center- Control
No sloppy movements! All movement is coordinated, smooth and efficient- Precision
Every movement has a purposeBuilding on concentration and control - precision will teach us how to "undo" faulty movement patterns in our bodies- Fluidity of Movement - Flow
Pilates becomes functional movement we use outside the studio - Breath
Deep inhalation and complete exhalation increases waste removal, facilitates deeper core support as well as deepening the work! Who is Pilates for?
There truly is a Method to the Madness!
"Contrology (the Method Pilates) is complete coordination of body, mind, and spirit. Through Contrology you first purposefully acquire complete control of your own body and then through proper repetition of its exercises you gradually and progressively acquire that natural rhythm and coordination associated with all your subconscious activities."
~ Jospeh H. Pilates© 2008 Mind Full PILATES and YOGA. All Rights Reserved. Photography courtesy of Peak Pilates.
Court Jester Athletic Club West
Mind Full PILATES and YOGA Studio
216 Reynolds Rd
Johnson City, NY 13790
607.729.3332 ext 108
Changing bodies one breath at a time
Pilates can be beneficial for just about everyone regardless of age, fitness level, or body condition. Most exercises can be easily modified and customized for individual needs. Pilates will challenge the novice to the advanced exerciser!
