Posted by Michel Velasco on Sep 6, 2021 in Pilates Exercises
One of the things that stand out the very first time I visited a Pilates studio was the sound of the breathing technique. I was attending a Ron Fletcher workshop at that time in the early 2000s, and that is when I got introduced to Pilates breathing. The detailed manner of doing Pilates exercises is already challenging enough and adding the breathing technique can be confusing, but at the same time refreshing in a way, especially if you are new to the method. You breathe in...
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Posted by Michel Velasco on May 18, 2021 in Pilates Benefits
Your browser does not support audio. If you are trying to lose weight, then Pilates is a good weight loss exercise. The goal of Pilates is to increase lean muscle mass, which is great when you’re trying to lose weight. That’s because when people are losing weight, they are losing muscles along with it. From Pilates Mat to Pilates exercises using an apparatus, Pilates helps you retain a healthy level of muscle mass as it’s a form of strength training or resistance training....
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Posted by Michel Velasco on Apr 27, 2021 in Pilates Exercises
Pilates Reformer is an excellent workout for the core or what’s also called the body’s powerhouse—the abs, lower back, hips, pelvic floor, and glutes. Reformer exercises are designed to build up strength and muscle tone without bulking you up. Pilates’ movements will help you develop proper body mechanics for better posture and balance and be more flexible and energetic. Reformer Pilates also helps in weight loss, especially when combined with a cardio workout and proper...
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Posted by Michel Velasco on Mar 23, 2021 in Pilates Class
Your browser does not support audio. Different Types of Pilates | Benefits of Pilates | Myths About Pilates | Pilates Classes in Singapore Pilates is a good start if you’re a newbie at fitness, specifically since Pilates exercises can be modified conveniently to suit a person’s physical condition and capabilities. Beginners Pilates can be for strength training, which is great for Pilates first-timers and people rehabilitating from injuries. But Pilates workouts also...
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Posted by Michel Velasco on Mar 3, 2021 in Pilates Exercises
How Pilates Relieves Back Pain Sitting for hours on end hunched over our desks or devices could lead to back pain. Research says that a sedentary lifestyle increases our risk for some chronic diseases or even premature death. Fortunately, Pilates exercises such as leg kicks and back extensions can bring positive results. Wells et al. reported that “Pilates exercise offers greater improvements in pain and functional ability compared to usual care and physical activity in the...
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