Friday, April 22, 2011

The Benefits Of Professional Pilates Training

By George Allen


You have made the decision that this year you're going to get in better shape. Although, honestly, you made that decision a couple of months ago and now you are beginning to feel a little sheepish as the actual decision is as far as you've journeyed down that road. Nevertheless, there a couple of months until your birthday and therefore still time to ensure you can stroll into your forties in somewhat better shape. Now you ask, how are you likely to attempt this. You have tried running but the last time you ended up hurting your ankle joint. Swimming has never been your cup of tea. And the thought of an aerobics class makes your skin crawl. Why not take up Pilates?

## Pilates is a great option for anyone.

Pilates is a comprehensive full body workout which, because it involves really controlled actions, can be done by anyone irrespective of age or fitness level. If this makes it sound as though it is a soft, easy workout, it's not. Pilates is a serious demanding form of workout and is pursued by everyone from senior citizens to professional athletes alike. A benefit of this is that, unlike most kinds of exercise, Pilates training can be a lifetime pursuit.

## You can enjoy increased flexibility.

Pilates training will increase the flexibility and range of motion of your muscles. Not only does this help guard against injury (especially as you get older) but it also simply improves your quality of life by making so many tasks easier and less arduous.

## You can expect your posture to improve.

Your posture? That's not something that most workout routines can boast. Because of the way in which Pilates strengthens your core muscles groups while improving your flexibility (not to mention your general body awareness) most people will remark to their Pilates instructors after only a few weeks that their posture has improved and that a whole range of back complaints have diminished or disappeared altogether. In fact it's not unheard of for people learning pilates to grow not only thinner but apparently taller as well simply due to improved posture.

## Enjoy a beautiful fit body.

Pilates training in conjunction with a responsible diet is not only a good way to lose weight, it also promotes long lean muscles that are toned and flexible. Pilates enthusiasts have a healthy lithe look to them that is poised and balanced.

If you're interested in learning more about Pilates, New York provides many excellent instructors and studios. There are of course countless books and exercise DVDs available on the market but none of them replace (especially for the beginner) the value of a live coach. It's not too late to take up Pilates and if you enjoy the numerous benefits it can be a practice that you follow for the rest of your life.




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