Improved posture
The Pilates method has become synonymous with good posture. The practice of this method combats the negative effects of gravity and bad posture on the body. Maintaining a slender, toned and elegant body. It increases our coordination, strength, balance and agility. Moreover, it reduces the possibility of injury.
Effect Therapeutic
Properly applied, it can rehabilitate certain injuries. By aligning joints, strengthening deeper muscles and stretching shortened muscles, it can release tension and eliminate pain.
Increases concentration
During the practice of Pilates you have to be so focused on the whole body, breathing and its coordination that you are not allowed to think about anything else. Pausing all other thoughts for an hour has a concentration-enhancing effect. A clearer and slower mind helps us to face the next challenge of the day.
Strengthens the immune system
Movement is life. There is no such thing as a truly healthy person if he or she does not move. Movement not only strengthens our body, but also improves internal functions. It will improve metabolic and hormonal pathways. We hear about cortisol, the stress hormone that increases blood sugar levels and depresses the immune system. By exercising we can reduce cortisol levels, thus improving our immune system.
Aid to circulation
By doing the exercises we will activate and relax muscle groups favouring venous and lymphatic return. Your legs and arms will feel lighter, leaving your ankles and wrists slimmer.
Work on lung capacity
Poor posture hinders rib cage movements and prevents the lungs from working at maximum efficiency to supply the tissues with oxygen. Improved lung capacity increases oxygenation. The body feels more energetic, less fatigued and mentally clearer.
Positivise emotions
During movement we generate hormones such as dopamine, serotonin and endorphins, those identified with happiness and pleasure. This reduces the risk of anxiety and depression. After a Pilates class our thoughts change perspective and become positive.
Structural and functional relationship
There is a direct relationship between the structural and functional system, bones and organs, as posture can affect the functioning of organs. Good posture allows the body to develop well and function more efficiently. Having an organ in its proper place prevents dysfunctions.
Conclusion: Pilates rejuvenates, it is “anti-aging”.”
Pilates is an anti-aging method, it is a preventive medicine, postural hygiene and body education. It achieves the objectives of anti-ageing, which are to improve the quality of life and well-being.
Ageing is assured, but the way we age can be addressed through early prevention. The ageing of organs and tissues cannot be slowed down, they are genetically programmed. But externally we can slow down this process by adopting healthy lifestyle habits such as the Pilates Method.
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