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Learn More About Pilates
Designed and developed by Joseph Pilates, the Pilates fitness system has over 500 exercises to focus on strength, endurance, flexibility, muscle-building and developing neglected smaller muscle groups. In a Pilates worktout, you concentrate on control and flexibility, while also working on strength, precision, breath, flow of movement, and awareness between your body and mind. Pilates is one of the only exercise systems that works from the inside out to strengthen the deepest muscles in your abdomen, inner thighs, butt and lower back.
When you take a Pilates class, you might take a mat class or you might take a Pilates reformer class that uses a Pilates machine called the Reformer. There are several types of equipment used to learn Pilates during a Pilates lesson depending on the Pilates class. Our Portland Pilates studio uses Gratz Pilates reformers, the original manufacturer of authentic Pilates equipment.
Sylvia works with clients to create a custom program tailored to their needs and fitness level. You can choose a private Pilates lesson or you can sign up for a group Pilates class, which could be a mat class or a reformer class or another type. The studio is currently offering a great yoga class plus pilates class combo.
If you're interested in Pilates for weight loss, contact Sylvia for a free personal consultation on the benefits of Pilates.
The Joseph Pilates method is a system of stretching and strengthening exercises that creates these positive results:
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Strengthens and tones all muscles
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Provides flexibility and balance
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Creates a more streamlined shape
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Develops muscles uniformly
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Anyone can do Pilates regardless of age or fitness level
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Improves posture
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Increases circulation and endurance
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Unites the body and mind
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Heals damaged tissue
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The Joseph Pilates system uses six principles to achieve maximum results while you educate and develop your mind and body. |
Centering |
All work is controlled through the center, or "powerhouse." All exercises are done with proper alignment to maintain balance in the body. |
Concentration |
Exercises are performed with focused concentration, paying attention to how the individual executes the exercises. The mind guides the body. |
Control |
When performing the exercises properly, you are in control of all of the movement of your body. Habit does not guide the execution of the exercises. |
Precision |
All exercises are performed with a clear structure and precise form. The work emphasizes quality, not quantity in order to reach the full benefit of each exercise. |
Flow |
The full workout is designed for one exercise to flow naturally into the next. There is a minimum of movement between exercises to create a maximum flow. |
Breath |
All exercises are done with a rhythm and a dynamic related to the heartbeat and respiration. |
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