The Technique

The Pilates Method is a conditioning program that improves muscle control, flexibility, coordination, and strength. The basic principles of Pilates conditioning are to increase awareness of the body as a single integrated unit, to improve alignment and breathing, and to increase efficiency of movement. The method consists of a sequence of precise exercises done on specially designed equipment of on the mat with small equipment. The exercises are based on the principle that by developing a strong and flexible torso with a stabilized core (abdominal, back and pelvic muscles), the whole body can be balanced, aligned and conditioned for optimal performance.

Today, the teachings Joseph Pilates have been updated by applying current knowledge of anatomy and physiology to offer a more effective and safer exercise program. These evolved programs include more pelvic and shoulder girdle stabilization exercises and the concepts of "neutral" spine and pelvis. Neuromuscular core stabilization techniques are used to strengthen and lengthen muscles, improve abdominal and back strength, improve postural alignment and body mechanics, reduce joint stress, balance whole body strength with flexibility, and reduce stress and tension.

According to Joseph Pilates "It is the mind which builds the body." Consistent with Pilates' teaching, the Pilates-evolved technique integrates the mind, body and breath to improve awareness of postural alignment, muscle function and control. Correct breathing promotes efficiency of movement and stress reduction. Pilates-evolved workouts produce feelings of relations and revitalization

Pilates-evolved techniques are a safe, effective complement to aerobic activities such as walking, jogging, swimming, or cycling. Ahead of its time when it was originated over seventy years ago, the Pilates Method is unlike many of the stressful and potentially harmful body conditioning programs of the last few decades. Maintaining the essence of Joseph Pilates' original teachings, the Pilates-evolved technique enhances them with current biomechanical knowledge to offer safe, effective programs for overall body conditioning and injury prevention as well as rehabilitative therapy.