Pilates originates from exercises developed by Joseph Pilates in the early 20th century. He focused on strengthening deep abdominal, shoulder, hip and back muscles to gain core strength and improve body alignment. The principles of his exercises remain today.
Pilates is a series of stretching and strengthening exercises designed to condition your body’s core. The exercises are specifically aimed at preventing back pain and recovery from back pain.
Our Pilates Specialties
At Posture Dynamics we specialise in teaching the STOTT PILATES method. This method of Pilates has exercises designed to restore the natural curves of the spine and rebalance the muscles around the joints. The method focuses on the following five basic principles:
- Breathing
- Pelvic Placement
- Ribcage placement
- Scapular movement
- Head & Cervical spine placement
What are the benefits of Pilates?
The benefits of Pilates are numerous and include – Toning & building long muscles without bulk – Reduce stress – Relieve tension – Boost energy through deep stretching – Restore postural alignment – Create a longer more flexible spine – Increase joint range of motion – Improve circulation – Heighten neuromuscular coordination – Offer relief from back pain and joint stress – Correct overtraining of muscle groups which can lead to stress and injury – Enhance mobility, agility and stamina – Compliment sports training and develop functional fitness for daily life activity – Improve the way your body looks and feels.
Why Pilates At Posture Dynamics?
At Posture Dynamics the Pilates instructors and Osteopaths work closely together. By understanding in detail your biomechanics and where your strengths and weaknesses are in your posture, our Osteopaths and Pilates instructors can devise a program of exercises that are specific to your needs.
Pilates is often an integrated service within our specialist clinics for the Sports Performance clinic or Pre and Post Natal Clinic.
Pilates Options
We offer classes which are run with a maximum number of 8 per class. This is to ensure that the instructor can specifically see to the individual needs of all attending the class. As an alternative to the classes, we are able to offer one-on-one private pilates sessions. The private individual sessions are aimed at clients who need and want greater individual attention. We have no membership fee or joining fee.
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At Posture Dynamics we offer Osteopathy, Cranial Osteopathy, Sports Massage and Pilates 1-2-1 or small group training. Find out more about how these therapies can help you.
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