Joseph Pilates a physical-culturist in Germany in 1883 believed that mental and physical are inter-related and developed a series of exercises to condition the entire body. Joseph Pilates originally called his work “Contrology.”, using the mind to control the muscles. He considered this to be a mind and body approach to movement founded on the integrative effect of principles such as centring, concentration, control, precision, breath, and flow. Whether one is working out on a mat or using Pilates equipment, like the reformer or Cadillac, these basic principles infuse each exercise with intention and fullness of expression.
PILATES EQUIPMENT BASED
Stott equipment”Classes on the Reformer, Stability chair, Cadillac, Ladder Barrel, and Arc barrel. Train on the best and internationally most recognized Pilates machines on the market! Designed to add resistance but keeping your muscles elongated. Get stronger, leaner muscles, better definition, but no bulk! The Pilates principles and the alignment play a very important part and will be the base of every exercise.
PILATES MAT
You can expect an increase in strength, flexibility, mobility, balance, and body awareness, as well as a decrease in back-pain or other general pains.Using e.g. Flex bands, Fitness-Circles Foam-Rollers, Stability-Balls, Toning-Balls, Dumbbells… to add resistance and variety