Ben offers one to one Pilates Classes & Coaching in York:
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What is Pilates?
Pilates is a system of exercises that was developed to re-habilitate injuries.
Mat Pilates is originally based on 34 floor exercises – which you can view here
Pilates is well known for being good for posture and core strength.
Pilates was developed by Joseph Pilates in the early part of the 20th century to primarily rehabilitate injured soldiers after WW1.
When Joseph Pilates emigrated to the USA it became widespread and popular over time, finding a place alongside yoga as a mainstream form of low impact exercise.
Pilates Classes in York can help with:
- Managing or reducing back pain & neck pain
- Improving core strength
- Beginning training after being unfit or sedentary
- Recovering from injuries
- Toning
- Improving Posture
- Sports specific pre-habilitation and re-habilitation
- Developing an exercise practice at home
Pilates is always smooth and flowing, the Principles of Pilates are:
- Breathing
- Concentration
- Centering
- Control
- Precision
- Flow
Ben offers an Introduction to Pilates Course:
Three one hour classes covering:
What Pilates is
Essential Pilates Movements
Lateral Breathing Exercises
How to use Pilates for back pain
What Equipment you need
How to start your own practice
Just £95 – Click here to book in.
What does a Pilates based mat work session look like?
The exercises undertaken can vary greatly depending on a clients needs and level however the video below demonstrates some of the types of movements to expect at the beginner / back care level and gives you a general flavour of the style of Pilates based training.
Original exerpt from Joseph Pilate’s Literature:
Pilates is a foundational style of training – meaning that it is an ideal base for rehabilitation and other more strenuous activities.
The safe and controlled nature of its movements also make Pilates safe and effective for improving muscular issues that cause back pain.
Pilates is also a good route from being sedentary into a more active lifestyle due to its emphasis on safety and form.
What are the Pilates machines used for?
Pilates can use a number of machines including the cadillac, reformer, Tower, Chair barrel box and arcs – but most typically the reformer.
These machines come into their own for specialist rehabilitation where a client cannot stand properly, and for more specialist flexibility training for dancers.
I don’t personally use machines as accessibilty is as with some creativity and ingenuity most functions of the machines can be recreated through Mat Pilates – which a client can then practice on their own without expensive equipment.
How can Ben help you with Mat Pilates?
With a broad depth of experience Ben can assess your posture, injuries and needs to help you put together an appropriate Pilates based exercise programme.
Ben can also assist you in integrating Pilates into a wider health and nutrition regime ensuring you achieve optimal results safely.
Ben offers one to one Pilates Classes & Coaching in York:
Contact Form
Phone: 01904 500490
[email protected]