Pilates Technique
The Pilates technique was originally created by Joseph Pilates in the early 1900s, and it remains one of the most popular movement techniques in the world today. The principles of Pilates are breath, centering, control, precision, and routine—these elements make it one of the best exercise methods. This technique provides a balanced environment for your body to successfully function in this stressful, busy world.
Another great advantage of the Pilates method is that it works well for a wide range of people. Athletes and dancers frequently use it, as do women returning to fitness after pregnancy, people at various stages of physical rehabilitation, and individuals of all age ranges.
If consistently practiced, Pilates improves flexibility, builds strength, and develops control and endurance throughout the entire body. The Pilates system allows for different exercises to be modified from beginner to advanced levels, tailored to the instructor’s and practitioner’s specific goals and limitations. The intensity of the exercises can also be increased over time as the body adapts and conditions itself.
Many Pilates teachers refer to the group of muscles in the center of the body—which includes the abdomen, lower and upper back, hips, buttocks, and inner thighs—as the “powerhouse”. All movement in Pilates should begin from the powerhouse and flow outward to the limbs. This is the main focus of Pilates. When these core muscles are strong and doing their job, they work in tandem with the more superficial trunk muscles to support the spine and movement.
Pilates and Back Pain Relief
As you develop core strength, you also develop stability throughout your entire torso. This is one of the ways Pilates helps people overcome back pain. When the trunk is properly stabilized, pressure on the back is relieved, allowing the body to move freely and efficiently. As such, Pilates is excellent for rehabilitation from injuries, improving postural problems, and relieving chronic pain throughout the body.
Join Our Pilates Classes
We are running Pilates classes every week:
Monday: 7pm & 8pm
Wednesday: 10am
Thursday: 7pm
Friday: 10am
Many of my clients come from a background of low back pain, so my focus is on helping them restore movement and strength to their backs to relieve and prevent back pain.
📞 Call me at the clinic on 045 841010 if you would like to join the class.