Who can benefit from Pilates? - Everybody!
No matter what you do during the day, washing, ironing, picking up the kids, working at a computer, running, feeding the pets etc. All of these activities can be enhanced by bringing Pilates into your daily life, and we don't just mean working out. The basic principles of Pilates, like neutral spine, shoulder stability, using your abs to support your spine and upper body will help you to strengthen while at the same time ease some of those aches and pains caused by under or over-use of muscles.
Athletes.
Pilates is one of the best forms of conditioning a top-tier athlete can participate in.
The Pilates' integration of the trunk, pelvis and shoulder girdle and emphasis on proper breathing, correct spinal and pelvic alignment and smooth flowing movement allow athletes to access each part of the body individually, and become familiar with the functional mechanics.
With Pilates training, athletes can hit the ball farther, run faster, jump higher ? and they do it without pain or injury to themselves.
Individuals following injury or surgery.
Pilates, an exercise regimen was first developed for rehabilitation in the early 20th century, it has become a powerful rehabilitation tool with significant benefits.
Its focus on movement and breathing brings you new and effective treatment methods. It?s also extremely versatile ? the extensive exercise repertoire can be modified to fit the needs of each patient.
The Pilates principle of core stabilization addresses posture, muscle performance and motor control ? the same concepts that form the basis of most orthopedic rehabilitation and therapy. At March Podiatry Practice Ltd, Pilates may be suggested in conjunction with Physiotherapy as a valuable part of your rehabilitation programme.
Physical therapists are using Pilates successfully to treat many common conditions and diseases, including:
- Chronic neck and back pain
- Sciatica
- Shoulder impingement/tendonitis
- Hip bursitis
- Ankle injuries
- Total knee/hip replacements
- Multiple Sclerosis
- Parkinson's Disease
- Fibromyalgia
- Scoliosis
