Pilates

Pilates works from the inside out, by first establishing and maximizing core strength and stability, by activating and strengthening the deep abdominal muscles. These are the muscles that wrap and support the spine; these are the muscles that give you an elegant posture, and happily, these are also the muscles that give you a nice waistline.

So we accomplish all these things at once: strength, support, and a long, lean appearance. The Pilates system relies on total body involvement; hence the workout is balanced, symmetrical and efficient. Breathing is incorporated to release and propel the movement, to enable flexibility and lengthening of the muscles as well as toning and strengthening. In fact, one of the distinguishing features of the system is that whether performed slowly and with focus, or as a kick-it workout, you finish with a clean, sweeping flush of oxygen and energy.

The emphasis in Pilates is not on strength, but on the quality of movement and integration of the breath with the movement. Pilates is a challenge to the body and to the mind. The rewards? Postural elegance, strength and flexibility, and an increased sense of control and power that carry over into all aspects of life.