PILATES

At Summit Physio, we offer one-one or group based Pilates sessions (3 people) for:

Background

Pilates is a form of exercise that focuses on balance, posture, strength and flexibility. It's suitable for people of all ages and fitness levels.

Joseph Pilates was the original founder of this exercise modality which is based on 6 principles:

Centering - The term used to describe your body's centre or 'powerhouse'. Often described as your 'core' or 'trunk stability'.
Concentration – During Pilates you should concentrate on your body to move in smooth and controlled movements. This improved body awareness.
Control – Every exercise in Pilates must be done with control. Fundamentally its about you being in control of your body against gravity.
Flow - Exercises flow and transition from one into another to help build strength, control and stamina.
Precision - aiming for directed and precise movement with controlled repetition to allow transference into everyday life and activity.
Breathing - This focusses on coordinating breathing with movement and allows effective and optimal use and control of your muscles and movement.

1. Improved breathing control whilst doing other forms of exercise

2. Improved control and technique during endurance sports

3. Improved balance, control and coordination

4. A great form of active recovery following your chosen sport or hobby

5. It may help towards injury reduction and is a great form of exercise during injury.

6. Improved control and strength whilst improving flexibility.

If you'd like to find out more and whether or not you'd benefit from Pilates, give Tom a call on 01943 818649 or use our online booking form.

If you'd like to book a session, head over to our 'Services' section of our website and book yourself in - I'd love to meet you!