What is Pilates really good for?

A workout for all ages that can be done at home. It's ideal for strengthening muscles, maintaining proper posture, and breathing well.

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Pilates benefits
Il Pilates It is a low-impact training method that focuses on control, breathing, and movement quality.
It has become one of the most popular training methods in gyms and rehabilitation centers. This is due to its ability to strengthen the body and, at the same time, correct the stance, with almost zero risk of injury and great benefits for the back. A training system developed at the beginning of the last century, which blends Western physical disciplines with the most ancient Eastern techniques such as yoga. Pilates is very effective for improving posture, with a lot of work on the back, lumbar, abdominal and gluteal musclesThe sessions include a few exercises, performed calmly and with great precision, in a balanced sequence. Furthermore, they don't require the use of specific equipment because they can also be done without weights.

Benefits

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But let's see the fundamental benefits  of Pilates, at any age:

  • Improves balance and concentration: in this way, our movements will be more fluid and precise both in other sports and in everyday life.
  • Strengthens muscles: this way we can tone our muscle mass without having to change the size of our clothes.
  • Brings well-being to the mind: exercises promote not only physical but also mental well-being.
  • Reduces stress.
  • Strengthens your abs: if we have theswollen abdomen, thanks to this training method we can reduce or completely solve the problem.
  • It helps you breathe wellPilates improves breathing, contributing to the well-being of our body.
  • Promotes correct posture: This training system helps keep the spine in a correct position.

Who is it best suited for?

Pilates is suitable for practically everyone, but it is particularly useful if:
  • Do you have back or neck pain?: helps strengthen the supporting muscles of the spine
  • you lead a sedentary lifestyle: improves posture and mobility without stressing the joints
  • Do sports habitually: improves body control, balance and injury prevention
  • You are in a period of rehabilitation (with medical indication): it is often used in physiotherapy
  • You are beginners: it is a progressive and adaptable activity

Where can it be done?

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Another great advantage of Pilates is that it's an activity you can do anywhere, not just at the gym. But also at home, where you can use:
  • videos on YouTube
  • workout app
  • live online lessons

Controindicazioni

Pilates is absolutely not recommended if you have significant back problems, such as:
  • Acute disc herniation
  • Severe sciatica
  • Undiagnosed lower back or neck pain
  • Joint problems and inflammation in the knees or shoulders
  • major cardiovascular problems
  • Recent post-operative condition.

In these cases, it is best to consult a physiotherapist or doctor before starting.

Pilates can be done during pregnancy, but with all the precautions shared with the doctor who is following the woman during the pregnancy.

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