Mar 27 2009
Pilates For Fitness
Pilates is a popular form of low intensity exercise that is designed for any fitness level. The main focus of Pilates is to keep the body balanced and improve flexiblity through low impact muscle strengthening exercises. Pilates makes use of either mats or equipment, like the Stamina Pilates Reformers, to tone and shape the body.
Usually beginners learning Pilates start with a mat but as you progress you may want to invest in a Stamina Aero Pilates Reformer or other Pilates equipment for the added benefits they provide. Most of the Pilates studios or Pilates classes have specialty fitness equipment which can be combined with mat exercises.
Some of the benefits of Pilates exercises include reduction of stress levels, improvement of posture, increased stamina, heightened body awareness and leaner muscles without any added muscle bulk.
Many who choose the Pilates fitness program stick with it because of its many variations which keeps people interested.
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