We often talk about the physical benefits of Pilates - such as increased strength and muscle tone, more flexibility,
and better posture - but Pilates actually has numerous benefits for our mental and emotional health as well.
Here are three
"unseen" benefits of Pilates...
1. Pilates can help release emotional
tension
Did you know that many of us store emotions in our body? This might look like hunching our shoulders when self-conscious, tensing our jaws when angry, or tightening muscles when afraid.
Pilates helps us release tension in our muscles - including emotional tension that we might be carrying. (This is why
many people actually experience a feeling of emotional release at the end of Pilates workouts!)
2. Pilates can help provide stress relief
When we experience high levels of mental stress over prolonged periods of time, our stress hormones can lead to
physical symptoms such as aches, pains, and spasms. Through strengthening and stretching, Pilates helps relieve physical stress, which in turn can help with mental stress.
Joseph Pilates actually once said the following: "A body free from nervous tension and fatigue is the ideal shelter
provided by nature for housing a well balanced mind..."
3. Pilates can provide benefits of mindfulness
Pilates can help you to be present in the time and clear your mind of distractions. When we quiet our minds and focus
on the present, we can better focus on our mind-body connection.
The mindfulness aspect of Pilates can lead to multiple benefits, including reduced stress, improved concentration and focus, better sleep quality and
more.
Want to experience these benefits for yourself? Then I invite you to try our Pilates Introductory
Program
This is an 8 week, progressive course introducing all the necessary basic knowledge to build the skills needed to safely join a mixed level
class.
Please note: This course is held at Avoncroft Arts Centre (Main Hall) on Mondays at 7pm – 7.45pm. The next 8 week course
begins on Monday 19th July.
Investment
£64.00
Please note: You will need to bring your own mat with you to the
session.
If you would like to enrol onto our next beginners Pilates course starting in July or would like any further information, don’t hesitate to contact Nicki at nicolacarless@aol.com
Nicki x
