Alchemise Pilates
Pilates
Pilates is a series of techniques designed to improve muscular flexibility, strength and develop a strong core. The mat – based exercises will promote better posture, body alignment and mental wellbeing. There is emphasis on breathing, stabilisation and there are modifications for specialist conditions. Pilates will strengthen your body through a range of controlled continuous flowing movements.
Benefits of Pilates
Physical and physiological benefits
- Strengthens and tones the core muscles
- Increases muscles definition throughout the body
- Improves flexibility
- Strengthens the joints and contributes to better bone health
- Supports the function of the circulatory and respiratory systems
- Increases capacity and strength of the lungs
- Massages and encourages fresh oxygenated blood to the internal organs
- Balances the parasympathetic and sympathetic nervous systems
- Aids better quality and more restful sleep
- Supports digestive health
Helps maintain and improve mental and emotional health
- Reduces the level of the stress hormone cortisol, helping to alleviate the symptoms of stress and anxiety
- Helps to build resilience to the effects of stress and anxiety
- Improves cognitive function, boosts memory and sharpens concentration
- Increases overall body awareness
- Increases the neurotransmitter dopamine, which lifts the mood and helps you feel happier
- Improves your relationship with yourself, which in turn helps with improving your relationships with other people