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About Pilates

Although they have different specific uses, similar exercises
can be performed on the Arc Barrel [L] and Spine Corrector [R]

Pilates will:

• improve your posture
• strengthen and tone muscles
• increase joint mobility without building bulk
• improve functioning of respiratory system
• relieve stress
• reduce back pain & increase your general fitness
• improve circulation
• increase flexibility
• increase concentration and stamina
• eliminate posture - based headaches
• help flatten abdominals (tummy muscles)
• result in fewer injuries and improved performance
for dancers and athletes

Suitable for all fitness levels, the Pilates method of body conditioning is a unique system of stretching and strengthening exercises developed over 90 years ago by Joseph H Pilates.

It is only recently that the medical profession has begun to look closely at why the system is so successful, bringing it into public consciousness. Prior to this Pilates was used mainly by dancers, actors, gymnasts and athletes who knew the secrets of its many benefits.

Pilates is for anyone who desires a firm and flexible body and who wants to move, work and play without pain.

Pilates is rewarding and fun - it will enhance and compliment your regular activities to help you look better, perform better and above all feel better.

At a time when the fitness industry is tripping over itself to create new and innovative trends, the Pilates method, with more than 9 decades of success, stands out as a tried and true formula for guaranteed results.