08 Feb 5 things you need to know about Pilates…
Passionate about all-things-Pilates, specialist anaesthetist and FITPOD Pilates instructor Luelle Roberts strongly believes this type of movement should be a part of every person’s health regime. Here she shares some reasons why you should start Pilates today …
- The power of Pilates lies in your mind. You need to consciously use your brain to unlock those deep-seated core muscles (not just your abdominals), which means your brain is key to achieving maximum benefit to your body.
- Every BASI Pilates session (whether it is mat or equipment) works through all areas of your body (feet, legs, hips, abdominals, back and arms). By incorporating a warmup, spinal articulation, stretches and full body integration, Pilates strengthens the WHOLE body from within.
- Pilates encompasses intentional activation of the muscles that stabilize all of our joints in all of our limbs – leading to improvement in all aspects of one’s life.
- Core muscle strength and overall spinal and joint flexibility from Pilates triggers postural awareness and results in marked improvement during normal daily activities (sitting, standing and walking).
- Pilates is a fantastic way to compliment and support all other physical activities (including, but not limited to sports like running, cycling, paddling and golf).
3 tips for achieving the most benefit from your Pilates session:
- Be mindful of performing each exercise with precision and intention – it’s not about chasing a heart rate target!
- Execute the few repetitions slowly and accurately rather than ‘how many and how fast’.
- Breathe, breathe, breathe … and dig deep into your breath for strength!
For more information on the Pilates Pod with Luelle Roberts or to sign up visit her page here!