Why Pilates? (Mat or Reformer)
I am passionate about “movement” and believe that being able to move freely throughout our whole life is essential to overall wellbeing and mental health.
Pilates offers a unique blend of mental and physical benefits.
Pilates improves posture, aligns your body, increases flexibility, core strength, balance and coordination, helps prevent injuries and rehabilitate from them.
Do you want to be able to get down on the floor to play with your grandchildren now or one day or continue to exercise well into my 70s or 80s?
Pilates has huge metal health benefits due to it being a “mindful activity” as it emphasises the connection between body and mind through controlled movements, focused breathing and concentration.
When you are doing Pilates you need to think of nothing else! The emphasis on breathing encourages relaxation and staying in the moment, making it not only a physical workout but also a mental one. This mindful aspect helps reduce any stress and improves mental clarity.
It is a low impact full body workout suitable for all ages and abilities that can be modified for your own needs.
Pilates Mat and / or Reformer
Mat Pilates: Performed on a mat, using the body's own weight for resistance. This form emphasizes core strength, flexibility, and balance.
Reformer Pilates: Done using a specialized machine called the Reformer, which provides adjustable resistance through springs, helping to target specific muscle groups more effectively.
I incorporate various props including balls, bands, magic circles and weights depending on the exercise and individual client.
