PILATES

	TOP 10 REASON TO DO PILATES FLATTEN, TONE AND STRENGTHEN ABS A constant focus on torso stability and control has earned Pilates a reputation for yielding strong, flat abdominal muscles. DEVELOP LONGER, LEANER MUSCLES Balancing strength with flexibility not only allows you to achieve a long lean look it allows your body to move with ease. IMPROVE POSTURE Pilates strengthens and lengthens the spine. PREVENT INJURY In addition to increasing flexibility, Pilates exercises strengthen muscles concentrically and eccentrically (resistance on both on the Œin¹ and Œout¹ movement). This improves muscular control which prevents injuries. INCREASE CIRCULATION, RELIEVE TENSION An emphasis on breathing not only oxygenates the blood and replenishes cells throughout the body, it also increases blood flow to the brain which helps with focus and has a revitalizing effect. ENHANCE BODY AWARENESS By identifying and strengthening the body's deeper support system ­ the muscles of the torso ­ you learn how to move efficiently. Lifting, walking, even running become the easy-to-accomplish tasks they should be. BALANCE STRENGTH WITH FLEXIBILITY Most of us have over-trained our muscles by doing too much forward bending and not enough stretching and strengthening of the back. Similarly, athletes tend to overuse certain muscles while neglecting others. Pilates works on rebalancing the muscles around the joints to enhance performance and reduce the chance of injury. HEIGHTEN CONCENTRATION By being conscious of your muscles and how to control them, you gradually strengthen the powerful mind-body connection. This heightened awareness and focus carries over into everyday life. ENHANCE ATHLETIC PERFORMANCE Dancers have sworn by pilates-based exercise for years because of the performance enhancement, focus and injury prevention it promotes. Today, everyone from pro golfers to olympic athletes are using it to improve their "games". BOOST SELF-ESTEEM! Because the method of exercise feels so good to do and yields noticeable results, you'll feel great about yourself!

OUR RELAXING PILATES STUDIO IS THE PERFECT PLACE TO TONE AND STRETCH YOUR WAY TO WELLNESS!

• 5 reformers with Towers
• 1 Cadillac trapeze table
• 1 ladder barrel
• 3 split pedal chairs

WE OFFER:

• MAT CLASSES
• REFORMER CLASSES
• SMALL GROUP TRAINING
• ONE-ON-ONE PILATES TRAINING

The universal quest for longevity, an aging population, and the importance of combating obesity are all factors driving people to seek long-term health and lifestyle solutions. That’s why millions of people worldwide are rejecting quick fix diets and exercise fads in favor of preventative mind-body conditioning programs like Pilates.

The Reformer is designed to facilitate up to 500 exercises for every age and every fitness level, it truly is for everyone.

The Basics:
Pilates is named after Joseph H. Pilates, and is an exercise regimen that uses machines and special stretching exercises that put emphasis on flexibility and overall strengthening of the body’s core or midsection.

Pilates is done barefoot on a variety of equipment that challenges you to refine the movement or exercises, master it and advance to more difficult movements.

By doing Pilates you build strength from the inside out, rebalance your body and bring it into correct alignment. These strengthened muscles will help train your body to do everyday tasks with ease and to relieve unwanted stress and tension.

Experience a Pilates workout!
The best way to understand the effectiveness of the Pilates system is to experience it for yourself. Please email Lucy to request a FREE Pilates reformer demonstration or for details on how to get started!