Human beings are creatures of habit.  We stand a certain way, walk a certain way, sit a certain way and our muscles become unbalanced due to under/over use. Pilates, however, helps to counteract that.

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Here are just 9 reasons Pilates is great for your health!

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1. Increases core strength

The “core” is the deep support muscles which surround the spine. Pilates improves core strength and function. Core strength is important to reduce back and hip pain and is also the area from which powerful movements start hence its’ name “the powerhouse”.

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2. Helps to prevent injury and pain

Pilates helps to balance the muscles of the body.  It also helps to develop dynamic strength which means you are able to better support and stabilise your joints whilst moving whether this be during exercise or day to day life.

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3. Increases energy

As you will have noticed there is an emphasis on breathing in Pilates. Breathing helps to oxygenate the blood and improve cardiorespiratory capacity which stimulates the feeeeeeeel gooooooood hormones.

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4. Decreases stress

Pilates has a wonderful meditative aspect to it due to the breathing and body awareness required. Not to mention the bunch of laughs to be had in your Pilates classes with likeminded people which releases that wonderful release of endorphins.

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5. Strengthens the bones

Particularly over the last few years, sitting has become even more prevalent.  Studies have shown Pilates to be effective in improving bone density. ‍

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6. Helps us look better ‍

There is nothing wrong with a smidgen of vanity right?! Pilates improves our posture which helps us to move better throughout the day. It sculpts lean muscles and definitely helps us to smile and there is nothing more gorgeous than a smiling human am I right?!

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7. Improves posture ‍

Pilates includes strengthening and stretching exercises which help you to align your body and improve your posture which in return reduces pain - sounds like a WIN WIN!

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8. Helps you to move more easily

Pilates promotes mobility, flexibility and strength which helps us to move through our day with strength and ease.

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9. It feels amazing!

If you have been to one of our classes you will know how incredible Pilates feels. From top to toe your body will be buzzing and full of energy!

So, what are you waiting for? If you would like to feel amazing, come and move with us today! Our Intro Teaser is the perfect introduction to Pilates with 5 classes for $50. Try Mat Pilates, Reformer and Barre with a variety of our wonderful instructors!