What is Pilates?

Pilates is named after its inventor, Joseph Pilates, who formulated the exercises in the 1920's.  There are 34 original Pilates movements.  As well as matwork, there are also equipment-based routines that encompass more than 500 exercises. 

Pilates is unique in that it will systematically exercise all the muscle groups in your body, the weak as well as the strong.  It combines the focus of suppleness that you find in yoga with the emphasis on strength building found in the gym.  It is total body conditioning that seeks to build flexibility, strength, endurance, and coordination without adding muscle bulk. It focuses primarily on the ‘Powerhouse,’ or deepest abdominal muscles, and works the rest of the body from this core connection.  Through regular sessions on both the mat and specialized Pilates apparatus, clients seek to develop an equal balance between abdominal and lower back musculature to improve strength, stretch, stamina and stability.  Over time, this approach creates a strong foundation from which one can achieve new heights of physical fitness and control, as well as emotional well-being and balance. 

Who can Benefit from Core Solutions Training?

Anyone. People of all ages and levels of fitness join us to receive customized expert instruction and programming.  Many use our training to enhance sports performance as well as for physical rehabilitation and pre- and post-operative conditioning (to speed recovery time).  Regardless of your current condition, our personalized training programs can facilitate you to reach your goals – and exceed them.

Physical Benefits of Pilates & Personal Training

• Muscle tone without muscle bulk

• Weight Loss

• Flattened, strenghtened abs

• Stronger, more defined muscles

• Improved posture and balanced body alignment

• Greater “functional fitness” for daily tasks and activities

• Increased flexibility

• Heightened mental concentration and body awareness

• Greater, pain-free range of movement

• Enhanced vitality and sense of well-being