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Pilates is pronounced “puh-lat-eze”. It is a system of exercise created by Joseph H. Pilates in the early part of the 1920’s. In 1923, German-born Joseph H. Pilates brought his unique method of physical and mental conditioning to the United States. His study of yoga and martial arts led to the development of Pilates.

• longer, leaner muscles (less bulk, more freedom of movement)
• improves postural problems
• ncreases core strength/stability and peripheral mobility
• helps prevent injury
• enhances functional fitness, ease of movement
• balances strength & flexibility
• heightens body awareness
• no-impact – easy on the joints
• can be customized for everyone from rehab patients to elite athletes
• complements other methods of exercise
• mproves performance in sports (golf, skiing, skating, dance, etc.)
• improves balance, coordination & circulation

In some respects pilates conditioning is like yoga. Both are considered mind-body type methods of movement; both emphasize deep breathing and smooth, long movements that encourage your muscles to relax and lengthen. The difference is that while yoga requires moving from one static posture to the next without repetitions, pilates flows through a series of movements that are more dynamic, systematic and anatomically based. The goal with pilates exercises is to achieve optimal functional fitness.

• pilates is three-dimensional (i.e. exercises can be performed using all movement planes)
• emphasis on concentric/eccentric contraction for injury prevention
• pilates can be customized for special needs
• emphasis is placed on rebalancing muscles around the joints
• pilates corrects over-training and muscle imbalance that leads to injury
• pilates emphasizes balancing strength with flexibility
• pilates leads to an improvement in posture and body awareness.

You can expect an increase in flexibility, mobility, balance, and body awareness, as well as a decrease in back pain and other general pains. Also, certain types of pilates are very effective for weight loss and weight maintenance.

The average active person, doing 2-3 classes per week should see some results within 10-12 classes. This will vary depending on each individual and things such as the number of classes a person takes each week, whether they participate in other physical activities, and whether they have any existing injuries.