PILATES METHOD

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The Pilates Method is a system of physical conditioning developed by Joseph Pilates in the early twentieth century. He called it Contrology: the art of control over the body, mind and spirit, although it is popularly known by its originator’s surname. Nowadays, it is considered one of the most effective methods of physical conditioning.

It consists of over 500 exercises, from the very basic to the most complex, that stretch and strengthen the muscles. Exercises are done using specialised equipment developed exclusively for this method. Pilates is suitable for all ages, regardless of the physical condition of the person.

After Joseph Pilates’s death in October 1967, the dancer Romana Kryzanowska continued teaching the Pilates method faithfully following the master’s teachings and creating the Romana´s Pilates Studio, the seal of guarantee that identifies the authentic Pilates method.

The Pilates Method is a system of physical conditioning developed by Joseph Pilates in the early twentieth century. He called it Contrology: the art of control over the body, mind and spirit, although it is popularly known by its originator’s surname. Nowadays, it is considered one of the most effective methods of physical conditioning.

It consists of over 500 exercises, from the very basic to the most complex, that stretch and strengthen the muscles. Exercises are done using specialised equipment developed exclusively for this method. Pilates is suitable for all ages, regardless of the physical condition of the person.

After Joseph Pilates’s death in October 1967, the dancer Romana Kryzanowska continued teaching the Pilates method faithfully following the master’s teachings and creating the Romana´s Pilates Studio, the seal of guarantee that identifies the authentic Pilates method.

The powerhouse
The cornerstone of the Pilates method is the so-called powerhouse – the belt that goes from the ribs to the lowest part of the pelvis. Activating and strengthening the abdominal muscles is essential to support the torso, improve posture and harmonise your movements.

There are five other principles that complete the philosophy and pillars of the system: concentration, control, precision, breathing and fluidity of movement.

The powerhouse
The cornerstone of the Pilates method is the so-called powerhouse – the belt that goes from the ribs to the lowest part of the pelvis. Activating and strengthening the abdominal muscles is essential to support the torso, improve posture and harmonise your movements.

There are five other principles that complete the philosophy and pillars of the system: concentration, control, precision, breathing and fluidity of movement.

The equipment
True Pilates is done on specialised equipment designed by Joseph Pilates specifically for his method. It is very important to use authentic replica of the original models to obtain the desired results.

The Pilates equipment is simple and plainly designed. It can be used by people from all walks of life, ages, ability level and fitness backgrounds. It allows you to work different muscles groups efficiently with hundreds of exercises and a great range of movements.

Particularly noteworthy are the “Universal Reformer”, the most used piece of equipment that helps to “reform” the body holistically from head to toe, and the “Cadillac”, a bed-like platform with a metal frame. Other equipment includes the high-chair, the wunda chair, the baby chair, the tower or guillotine, the large barrel, the small barrel, the spine corrector, the pedi-pole and the magic circle.