Pilates is a system of exercise and physical movement designed to stretch, strengthen and balance the body. These exercises can be performed on the floor (or mat) or on specifically designed equipment such as the Reformer. Pilates exercises are designed to balance the body by focusing on the core muscles- the back, buttocks and abdominals. Learning to stabilize these muscles will in turn tone and trim the waistline, buttocks and thighs while developing strength in the lower back. Participants in Pilates should experience an increase in flexibility, joint range of motion, better posture, longer, leaner, toned muscles and an overall sense of well being.
 
 
WHO SHOULD PARTICIPATE?
Anyone can participate in an individually designed program of Pilates. The exercises do not put direct force on the joints or ligaments but rather on the deeper muscles that offer them support. Each exercise is repeated a small number of times. The focus is on more precise movement rather than on repetitions.

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