About Pilates

"I must be right. Never an asprin. Never injured a day in my life. The whole country, the whole world, should be doing my exercises. They'd be happier."

Joseph Hubertus Pilates in 1965 at age 86

A Brief Explanation

Pilates is a sensible exercise system using a floor mat and a elastic band, or Pilates apparatus, that will help you look and feel your very best.  No matter what your age or condition, it will work for you.  Pilates improves core strength, flexibility, and agility.  It is a method of exercise and physical movement designed to stretch, strengthen and balance your body.  This systematic practice of specific exercises, coupled with focused breathing patterns, has proven itself invaluable as a way to keep fit!

The Benefits of Pilates

• increased lung capacity and circulation
• enhanced strength and flexibility
• improved posture, balance, and core strength
• improved bone density and joint health
• balance and control of mind and body

(excerpts taken from The Complete Guide To Joseph H. Pilates' Techniques of Physical Conditioning By: Allan Menezes)

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