Pilates (pil-LAH-teez) has continued to grow in popularity over the
years and has become the exercise of choice for women and men because of the documented benefits not only for
fitness enthusiasts but also for those suffering from osteoporisis and other ailments. Pilates is a form of exercise
invented by Joseph Pilates which emphasizes the balanced development of the body through core strength, flexibility and awareness
in order to support efficient, graceful movement. One of the best things about Pilates is that it works so well for
such a wide range of people.The Pilates equipment, with over 600 exercises, is designed to condition the entire body, using
posiions and movements that stimulate functional activities and thereby correct body alignment and function. The Pilates
Methodd works to strengthen the center, lengthen the spine, increase body awareness, build muscle tone, and gain flexibility.
As mentioned, it is also an excellent rehabilitation system for back, knee, hip, shoulder and repetitive stress injuries.
Pilates addressed the body as a whole, correcting the body's asymmetries and chronic weaknesses to prevent re-injury and bring
the body back into balance.
At LIVE IT FITNESS, we offer Pilates on the mat, the Reformer, the Wunda Chair and
Pilates Arc. The equipment is state-of-the art from Balance Body. An extensive repertoire of exercises, from fundamental
to mater level, can be done on each piece of apparatus. Using springs, pulleys, and gravity, the equipment challenges
muscularature in diverse ways, with particular focus on the instrinsic muscles. These deep layers of muscle are encouraged
to work to achieve optimum movement mechanis and maintain correct positioning and alignment.
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