What is Pilates?

Pilates is an innovative system of mind-body exercise evolved from the principles of Joseph Pilates.  Pilates dramatically transforms the way your body looks, feels and performs. It builds strength without excess bulk, teaches body awareness, good posture and easy, graceful movement. Pilates improves flexibility, agility and economy of motion. It can even help alleviate back pain.   
   
Developed from the rehabilitation techniques of Joseph Pilates, Pilates is a safe, sensible exercise system using a floor mat or equipment that will help you look and feel you’re very best. No matter what your age or condition, it will work for you.

The Benefits of Pilates

A refreshing mind-body workout

Pilates creates a much stronger connection between your mind and your body. By emphasizing proper breathing, correct spinal and pelvic alignment, and complete concentration on smooth, flowing movement, you become acutely aware of how your body feels, where it is in space, and how to control its movement. The quality of movement is valued over quantity of repetitions. Proper breathing is essential, and helps you execute movements with maximum power and efficiency.

Build strength without "bulking up" - gain long, lean muscles and flexibility

Conventional workouts tend to build short, bulky muscles - the type most prone to injury. Pilates elongates and strengthens, improving muscle elasticity and joint mobility. A body with balanced strength and flexibility is less likely to be injured.