Pilates

Our Pilates Instructors are qualified & have a wide variety of exercise backgrounds benefiting all clientele. Pilates is a form of exercise that strengthens stabilising muscles around the lumbopelvic region. Our pilates program helps to build the core strength of an individual, which is the essence of a strong, fit and healthy body.

Exercises are performed on mats, reformer, trapeze, swiss balls and other core stability through the trunk and limbs.

Pilates is a specific style of exercise used for:

• injury prevention program
• more specific guidance for their exercise programs
• recovering from injury & needing a more specific physical rehabilitation
• improving sports performance
• the elderly who require a gentle, yet effective, exercise regime
• stretching & strengthening of their musculature
• back pain & other joint or musculature problems
• reducing their mental and physical stress

The Pilates method is based on the eight principles of:

• Flowing movement
• Concentration
• Breathing
• Isolation
• Precision
• Centering
• Control
• Routine

Why Pilates works better for you?

• Rapid results
• Train body/mind integration
• Develops on evenly-conditioned body with long lean muscles
• Improved control and strength
• Improved coordination and balance
• Enhanced flexibility and posture
• Low-risk exercise, therefore lesser risk of injury
• Customised training programs catered for each different individual
• Suitable for all ages, fitness levels

Physiohealth Pilates Timetable

Pilates is held at our Footscrayand Williamstownpractices.