About 12 years ago, I decided to try Pilates I had heard it was great for core strength, posture, and toning so figured it was worth checking out. Not only have I notice physical results, but I have also found it great for the mind. There are a lot of reasons why you should try Pilates:
1. Quick results. In as short as a couple weeks you will notice a difference in your strength, your body awaren
ess, and your posture.
2. Great workout. It may be easy to learn, but you do work hard in Pilates. You have to constantly focus on each individual movement and staying stable. At the end of a session, you will feel like you have done something and can go home knowing that you challenged your body.
3. Relaxing and invigorating. Pilates allows you to calm down and release your mind. It also energizes you by increasing blood flow to various parts of your body. The stretch feels amazing too.
4. Easy to learn. Pilates is a series of moves and you learn them in stages. One move builds on to the next so you always remember what you have learned previously. You can move at the pace that is best for you.
5. Increased flexibility. Pilates increases your range or motion and your strength so you are better equipped for the other parts of your life. It also prevents injuries because it ensures each muscle group is worked evenly.
6. Improved posture. Pilates teaches you to “strengthen while you lengthen.” It gets your core tighter and increases the support you give your back. You end up being able to carry yourself more upright and your posture improves.
7. Safe for pregnancy. For my female readers, Pilates is great to do while you’re pregnant. It strengthens important baby birthing muscles and keeps your circulation in good flow.
8. Better breathing. Pilates focuses on your breath and reminds you to realize how you breathe. The better breath you get the more efficient your body becomes. As you can see, I am a fan of Pilates. I have found Pilates to be great to my health journey. So give Pilates a try and feel the same benefits I feel. Let me know how it goes and feel free to send in any of your questions along the way.
