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pilates
do you suffer from
back problems?
Back
problems are one of the most common causes of absence in the UK. A
staggering 7 out of 10 of us suffer with back pain at some
point in our lives.
back pain is
generally caused by weakened muscles from:
-
bad posture,
- being over weight,
- lifting or moving heavy objects incorrectly
- being inactive
- slouching
- sleeping on a mattress that’s well past its sell by date
- driving hunched over the steering wheel
- sitting in front of a computer for hours on end
- standing for long periods of time
People who take part in exercise that concentrates on strengthening
and working with the core stability muscles (the muscles that
protect the spine from damage and keep you upright) generally
find improvements in their back health.
Pilates when done correctly helps you become more body aware,
strengthens your core stability muscles and realigns your posture.
what
is Pilates?
Pilates
is a low-impact, gentle form of exercise offering a system of gentle effective movements that reduce tension,
de-stress and revitalise the mind and body, resulting in an
improvement posture, balance and flexibility.
Pilates focuses on body awareness through muscle isolation and concentrates on developing the
strength of the core stability muscles to improve postural
alignment.
This form of exercise is
suitable for any age and level of fitness.
the
benefits*:
- improved posture and core strength
- improved management of back problems
- reduction in stress
- stronger back, flatter stomach and toned bottom
- more relaxed
- more energised
- less tension in the body
- increased lung efficiency through Pilates style breathing
- improved circulation
- improved muscular and mental co-ordination
*Pilates
needs to be practiced on a regular basis in order to reap the above
benefits
how
can I do it?
- one
to one sessions
(prices are the same as
diamond level
personal training), we
recommend you do a
course of at least
10
sessions to see
a difference.
-
classes of no
more than
10
participants
held at venues in the Thames Valley
(timetable)
-
corporate
45 - 60
minute non-sweat
classes at your office in your lunch hour (female only, male only or
mixed, you
choose!)
absolutely
fabulous offers you
several options to suit all budgets to get fitter without ever
having to step into a gym!
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