Pilates Principles

What is Pilates? It is an exercise discipline: Pilates pronounced: pee LAH tees. In the early 1920's Joseph Pilates developed an exercise method, which combined mental conditioning with physical training. It allowed the individual to stretch and strengthen in
a non-impact way. He wanted people to work from the inside out.

The 8 Principles of Pilates

1. Concentration: 'It is the mind itself that builds the body'. Pilates is the thinking way of moving. Each movement is a conscious act controlled by the power of the mind.
   
   
2. Breath: Breathing the Pilates way is to be able to breathe wide, full into your back and sides and deep and wide into your ribs. This assists in strengthening the abdominals.
   
   
3. Centring: This creates a girdle of strength and protects your lower back.
   
   
4. Control: Control movements are key to Pilates, this helps you to move smoothly.
   
   
5. Precision: In order to obtain safe and effective results, each movement needs to be performed precisely.
   
   
6. Flowing Movements: Pilates is about natural movements. Regular Pilates exercises will be reflected in your everyday life movements.
   
   
7. Isolation: Feeling the right muscles at the right time!
   
   
8. Routine: Using the Pilates Method regularly you will see and feel positive results.
   
   

Pilates involves making a commitment to yourself, your body and your well-being.
Pilates is for life.