What is Pilates?

Pilates is a popular method of training the body to create a normal functioning posture, where muscles are balanced, strong and flexible, joints are healthy, and movement is seamless. It is used by most professional sports clubs to support their training and prevent injury.

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Clinical pilates as opposed to classical pilates refers to the carefully selected exercises that make up a safe and effective class for all populations and conditions (pregnancy, osteoporosis, menopause, arthritis, joint replacements,low back pain). It is often used alongside physiotherapy, osteopathy and chiropractic care as it is a subtle form of exercise available to all ages that improves neck, shoulder, back, hip and knee mobility. It focuses on the retraining and recruitment of the deep stabilising muscles (core stability) as well as improving posture, strength and flexibility.

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The equipment we use in any pilates class is important as your postural set up is key to getting the best results from your exercises.