Pilates is excellent for improving the health of joints
Joints often deteriorate due to wear and tear giving loss of flexibility and/or injury, there for we may feel uncomfortable exercising due to the restriction in the join and the pain that goes with the movement. Often the joint then becomes weakened, unstable, even more inflexible and painful and so the circle goes on….
*Pilates is excellent for improving the health of joints.
* It can be non weight bearing so very limited pressure on the joints that need to be mobilised and strengthened.
*Pilates increases joint stability helping prevent further injury and allowing the joint to become strong again.
*It mobilizes the joint giving increased flexibility therefore decreasing pain allowing you to feel comfortable and able to increase range of movement, the joint can also be aided by equipment such as bands and balls to give that extra bit of support to the joint whilst in motion or a stretch. Increasing mobilization increases circulation to the whole body.
*By gently stretching the muscles, tendons, ligaments and joints the whole body will start to feel more aligned.
* Pilates is a low-impact and low-intensity type of workout making it ideal for people with joint problems as there is no further damage to the joint.
* You can strengthen your spine shoulders, hips and knees during a Pilates class. Focusing on your core and balance your posture will greatly improve, limiting pressure on the joints through daily activities such as gardening, washing the car or walking.
You will immediately feel the benefits of Pilates right from the beginning after your first class, you will wonder why you didn’t do it years ago. Walk with a new spring in your step with Pilates and come and join others who are seeing the benefits already with Pilates.
Pilates is suitable for any age so don’t just put up with a stiff painful joint, come and give Pilates a go!!!
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