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What is Pilates?

Pilates is a body-conditioning method developed in the last century by Joseph Pilates. It builds strength from the inside out, working deep muscle groups through smooth and controlled movements (it was originally called “contrology” as in the ability to control movement).

Benefits of Pilates:

Pilates increases core stability, flexibility and joint range of movement, and it improves balance and posture, offering relief from aches and pains. Pilates is also a great support during or after treating an injury, and because it re-educates the body and corrects wrong habits, it’s an ideal form of exercise for injury prevention. Ultimately it enables you to move more efficiently and enjoy the daily activities you love.

Who can do it?

Pilates is for everyone. The greatness of the method is that it can be adapted to suit personal needs, from rehabilitation to toning to getting generally fitter. Athletes and dancers do Pilates as a support for their specific training and to prevent injuries; older people do it to keep their body functional and efficient; pregnant women do it during and after pregnancy, to maintain strength and support the changes in their alignment. Pilates is also a great way for everyone to generally de-stress, revitalize, and re-energize the body.

I have been attending classes with Mara and Mike for a couple of months now. All are nothing short of amazing. They are dedicated teachers with an incredible attention to details. I was recommended Pilates practice by a local osteopath and their classes have been crucial in helping me getting over a back injury I suffered from. I cannot recommend them enough! – Angelina J.

How many Pilates sessions do I need to see results?
There is no straight answer to this question, everybody is different. We can reply with Joseph Pilates’ words though: “In ten sessions you’ll feel the difference, in twenty you’ll see the difference, and in thirty you’ll have a whole new body”.

Will I lose weight with Pilates?
Pilates is a great body-conditioning method to tone the body, but it has no real impact on weight loss, especially at a beginner or intermediate level. This is because of the limited aerobic component of the technique. At a more advanced level, the pace may pick up to offer a greater challenge to the aerobic system, but it is still not considered cardiovascular training.

Do I need other forms of exercise?
Pilates is good on its own, but even better if it is combined with some form of cardiovascular exercise, at any level (running, swimming, etc.).

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