One of the most exciting aspects of Pilates is that anyone can do it and anyone can achieve amazing results. Because Pilates is not a bouncy, vigorous or stressful exercise for the body, Pilates offers an ideal form of exercise for people who avoid exercise due to joint pain or muscle weakness.
The main reason to practice Pilates is that Pilates works the deep muscles that are needed to keep the body stable – that is, our gait, posture, running. The diaphragm, abdominal and pelvic floor muscles, deep gluteal muscles and deep neck adductors are all involved in active posture. The muscles provide more support to the spine and create space between the two vertebrae, preventing degenerative problems. Pilates does not stress your joints or wear down cartilage, instead it stabilizes the body and engages the muscles in a balanced way.
