What is Pilates?
Joseph Pilates pioneered the development of Pilates in the early 20th century.
“The Pilates Method of Body Conditioning develops the body uniformly, corrects posture, restores vitality, invigorates the mind and elevates the spirit.”
Joseph Pilates
Pilates proves highly effective by targeting underlying structural imbalances in the body, which often manifest as persistent pain and movement challenges. Embracing a holistic approach, Pilates addresses the entire body, promoting muscle lengthening and strengthening to enhance posture, overall fitness, and the correction of dysfunctional movement patterns, thereby restoring optimal physical function.
Pilates at Holme Farm Physiotherapy
Your personalised Pilates sessions will be offered by a trained physiotherapist, who has completed the Matwork Level One course and Pilates for Osteoporosis through the leading provider of Physio-led Pilates, APPI.
Pilates will be performed on a mat, occasionally incorporating specialised equipment for added benefit.
Pilates sessions are one to one and will last 45 minutes.
Benefits of Pilates
- Improves core strength
- Improves balance and flexibility
- Improves body awareness
- Low impact
- Enhances muscular control and endurance
- Helps develop mindfulness and reduce stress
- Improves posture
- Prevents injury
- Boosts immunity
- Reduces and prevents back pain
- Enhances sports performances
- Improves sleep
Who can do Pilates?
Pilates welcomes individuals of all backgrounds, genders, ages, sizes, and fitness levels. With personalised sessions, Pilates can be tailored to align with your specific goals, abilities, and age.
Pilates provides a safe and effective exercise approach for individuals with osteoporosis, focusing on improving strength, posture and balance while avoiding movements that increase the fracture risks.
