Pilates is all about a mind/body connection in a very real physiological sense.
Our bodies are AMAZING! You move & breathe, hold yourself upright & repair yourself all without having to give it any thought. However many of us will at some point start to find aches & pains or stiff joints or tension in parts of our bodies.
Pilates is a fantastic way to give yourself some time to focus on your body, explore habitual patterns your body may have fallen into.
It’s great to find your optimal posture & ease some of the tension in your body...I think of it as hitting your reset button...AND this is something you can do without pain, listening & being kind to your body, working within your ability.
A class will consist of me taking you through some alignment & movement patterns, standing, seated & lying on a mat. Everything is done with control, precision & concentration.
At first glance, Pilates may seem to be a gentle and easy form of exercise; however its combination of strengthening and mobility moves can create a very intense and highly beneficial workout.
High fitness levels or great suppleness are not a necessary pre-requisite for Pilates. In fact, Pilates enhances both of these conditions, whilst strengthening the ‘core muscles’ within the torso. Realistic Pilates also develops breathing control, co-ordination and stability of the body, lengthening muscles, relaxing and re-balancing the body.
Realistic Yoga is perfect for those who want to find a yoga practice that is within their capabilities.
A class consists of a sequence of movements and postures (asanas) which are combined with breathing techniques.
I will guide you in modifying the postures, teach you how to listen & be kind to your body and the key elements to focus on.
It is a brilliant whole body practice which helps to strengthen muscles and increase mobility while also providing time to switch off from busy lives and giving some much needed relaxation.
