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Pilates (pih-
A movement system created by a German, Joseph H. Pilates (1880 – 1967) and originally
called “Contrology”; it uses spring-
The main focus of Pilates is on core strengthening – the core being the muscles from the pelvis into the rib cage and diaphragm. Most movements of the body can and should activate these core muscles.
Using breathwork and flow of movement correctly, Pilates works on overall stability and balance of the body.
The Benefits can be significant depending on a person’s commitment to Pilates and their reasons for doing it. Some people use it for rehabilitation and medical reasons while others choose to do Pilates for exercise, fitness and the body sculpting effects!
Pilates helps
- Build strength (long, lean muscles not bulk)
- Teach body awareness
- Promote good posture and alignment
- Improve flexibility and joint mobility
Pilates will help you learn
- Correct breathing – How to stimulate and enhance the core muscles to work more effectively.
- Flow of movement – How you move your body before, during, and after exercises.
- Stabilization –How to stabilize the pelvic and shoulder girdle to be able to work the muscles correctly and efficiently.
- Concentration and Control – How to be aware of your bodies movements and move in the right way.
- Full range of motion – How to increase your range of movement without compromising the integrity of the movement.
- Balance – How to work towards symmetry of opposing muscle groups as well as balancing the differences on opposite sides of body.
Include Pilates in your exercise programme to combat the symptom effects of MS.
Christina Fulcher
Email: christinapilatesgirl
Christina Fulcher is a highly qualified and experienced teacher of Pilates. Based in Norwich (UK) she has a keen interest in developing pilates to be part of a MS rehabilitation routine.