One of the hottest trends in fitness today is Pilates. Pilates is a combination of different body movements that is

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Stretch And Tone Those Muscles: Try Pilates!

One of the hottest trends in fitness today is Pilates.

Pilates
is a combination of different body movements that is designed to
strengthen, stretch and balance the body.
This body conditioning routine is designed and founded by Joseph
H. Pilates. He designed his exercise program by including
precision, breathing, concentration, and control.

One of Pilates' benefits is the improvement of lung capacity
because the exercise incorporates deep and heavy breathing. The
mind and the muscles are both coordinated in an effective Pilates
workout so the strength and flexibility of the abdomen, back, and
stabilizer muscles is achieved. Furthermore, the body's posture,
strength and balance are also improved. With these many benefits,
overall health and well-being will surely be improved.

Many gyms, spas, and studios who offer Pilates training and
equipment have sprouted everywhere. There is no doubt that it
already gained a cult following.
The rich and the famous are also drawn to this mind and body
exercise. Jamie Lee Curtis, Marissa Tomei, Jennifer Aniston, Julia
Roberts and Rod Stewart are few of the many celebrities who are
practicing and reaping the benefits Pilates.

So if celebrities are
paying big bucks to certified trainers in the country, then this
really must be a great exercise.
Yes indeed! It is one great workout. It would not be this
popular if it isn't.
There are two ways on how you can exercise Pilates.

One way is
to focus on floor exercises. Most people are doing floor exercise
because it is less expensive and more convenient. The only
equipment you will need is a floor mat and a trainer. If you can't
afford to hire a personal trainer, there are many home videos
available in the market that features instructions on how to
exercise Pilates.

Just make sure that you select videos from
reputable instructors. Also be careful when doing the exercises and
routines yourself, doing Pilates without a trainer could cause you
injury if you don't perform it cautiously.
The other way to practice Pilates is through the use of
equipments that will tone and strengthen the body. Most gyms have
these equipments and usually you have to pay a yearly fee to avail
the use of their equipments and trainers.

During your workout it would be practical if you wear light and
comfortable clothes. Tights and a tank top are a good choice.
Stay focused on the routines and exercises. Your instructor will
teach you ways on how to breathe properly and combine it with the
body movements.

You would not be able to achieve your fitness goals
if you do not stay focused and disciplined to practice the right
way of making the routines.
Start from the simple routines and work your way up to the more
advanced and more rewarding routines. This way your body could
adjust slowly and possible injuries will be prevented.
Because Pilates focuses on strength and flexibility and new
studies show that two 50-minute Pilates sessions only burn about
250 calories, it would be wise to combine it with other
cardiovascular type workouts like running and step aerobics.

Lastly, don't join the Pilates bandwagon just because you think
it is the "in thing" nowadays. Stick with the program, be
disciplined and stay focused. Pilates has many benefits and soon
enough you'll notice that your body is improved. It is indeed one
great work out, it not only helps in enhancing your daily tasks
through flexibility and improved body strength it also make your
mind and spirit feel relaxed and rejuvenated.

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Catalogue: Health & Fitness | Muscle Building
Title: Stretch And Tone Those Muscles: Try Pilates! By: Jay
Ashley

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