I’ve written about what Pilates is but I’d like to address the why. Why do I do Pilates and why should you?
Personally after 30 years of practicing Pilates I can say it’s a staple in my life. I never go long without it, and when I do I’m always reminded of how much better my life is when I practice it. I have had countless injuries from gymnastics, dance and life and Pilates has never failed to help me recover. I’m in less pain now then I was 10 years ago while still dancing and I’m sure without my regular Pilates practice that wouldn’t be the case. I’ve conquered sciatica, rotator cuff tears, a herniated disc and also manage my early arthritis pain with Pilates. I’m happy to continue looking fit but much more happy to be pain free and functional as I’m aging. It’s a workout and it’s also an invaluable part of my wellness overall.
So, why should you consider Pilates? Maybe you feel you’re getting stiff with age? Perhaps you think back pain is inevitable? Possibly you are doing a lot of exercise and stiff experience pain or have injuries that just won’t seem to go away? You might have a sedentary job and have no movement in your daily life. You might hate the gym. You may feel like you aren’t coordinated or have poor balance. Possibly you are waiting until you’re “in better shape” before you begin?
I’m not exaggerating when I say that Pilates can help with all of these issues. Well, unless you wait for getting in shape before you start practicing! But truly, it will help with all of these issues. And let’s not forget stress. Do you ever feel stress? Pilates is a meditative movement, you focus on breathing and moving mindfully and it will always relieve stress if you’re willing to show up and move and breathe. It’s not going to magically give you enlightenment or a butt like Beyoncé. But it can transform your body, mind and life with consistent practice.
Consistency is key because you get out what you put in. One hour a week will not change your physical structure. Nothing is going to do that in one hour a week. Those stars you see who have toned and defined everything are doing Pilates many hours per week. But if so one hour a week consistently you will see changes. You will reap benefits. And if you do more you’ll see more results. That’s how everything works. So in this sense Pilates is not “magic”. But even one hour per week can greatly improve your body, mind and life and when you think of how you probably work 40 hours or more then one hour a week giving you results is pretty magical.
Even if doing regular sessions in the studio on the Pilates equipment isn’t something you can do that’s no reason to not do a few sessions at all. I’m happy to help you with a mat routine designed just for you that will address all of your needs that you can do at home. I’m even available to do this via video chat online.
So really the question is why aren’t you doing Pilates?
Solara Pilates 