10 Reasons Pilates Makes You Happy!

1. Anti-aging. Working out on the Pilates Reformer is a great way to improve bone density, tone muscles, build strength, improve circulation, increase flexibility and release endorphins making you happy!
2. Get fit. Pilates equipment provides training options in toning, cardio, resistance, endurance, balance and flexibility exercise.
3. Drop a dress size. Many clients experience a noticeable difference in how their clothes fit, in just months.
4. Tone your body. A Pilates workout tones your whole body, working not just your large superficial muscles but the smaller, deeper, functional muscles also. You’ll probably find you’ll grow taller!
5. Improve your sporting performance. No matter what your sport Pilates will give you the edge to be stronger, faster, more agile and more effective at what you do. That’s why elite athletes include it in their training. It’s especially effective if your sport is tennis, golf, football, running, dance, swimming, equestrian, cycling, or gymnastics.
6. Rehab injuries. Because it’s a functional exercise, Pilates is a great way to improve muscle imbalances assisting you in correct use of your body on a daily basis. Are you aware that physios often prescribe small Pilates exercises to rehab your injury and speed up recovery?
7. Tailor-made Programs. A workout on Pilates equipment can be tailored specifically to your needs, fitness level and desired outcome, yet flexible enough to cater for any physical limitations and challenging enough to stimulate and motivate success.
8. Fun and Fitness for any age. From 8 to beyond 80, Pilates will be effective for you. Lots of success stories to be told here!
9. Mindful meditation. Using the breath as you exercise to isolate and work each muscle group means you’ll forget about the world outside, and you’ll leave refreshed!
10. Look good naked. Need I say more? Celebrities love it! Live Happy!

By Susa Wynne-Hoelscher