Does Pilates Work?

So you are wondering does Pilates work? I can say from my on experience Pilates has strengthened my body and made me more aware of my body's muscle imbalances. I am able to focus in on what my body is or is not doing. When I am carrying out my every day activities I am more aware of my posture and balance.

So does Pilates work? Yes it does!

My own personal experience has shown me that I have less aches and pains when I am keeping up with my Pilates schedule. I feel stronger and I do not suffer as much from that "oh I should not have done that today" feeling. I am able to perform harder tasks in moderation, tasks that I thought I would never be able to undertake again.

If you find a Pilates instructor who KNOWS WHAT THEY ARE DOING then yes you will feel a difference within a few weeks.

You will not exercise in the same manner that you used to or lift heavy objects without engaging your abdominals. I do not jerk my body around during simple exercises anymore straining my lower back and neck muscles. You will learn how to move correctly awakening those muscles that have become lazy. You will be calling on them once again to strengthen and support you.

You will probably be surprised that when you begin your Pilates training that you find it quite difficult to coordinate your breathing with your movements. Over time you will build on your focus and control. You will notice that soon you will begin to self correct and become very aware of your body.

Most of us do not have very good body awareness. It is not until something is not working properly that suddenly we become aware of how we are moving or breathing. Pain of course can be one of those signals that alert us to the possibility that something is out of balance or wrong inside of our bodies. If you are experiencing pain during the day or during your exercise regime the first port of call would be your Doctor's office.

Back pain can be helped with Pilates as you will begin to strengthen the core muscles that support the spine.

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