The use of Pilates to strengthen the body is not new, but it does come as a surprise to those who identify this practice only with flexibility and balance. In fact, certain prejudices about the method make it difficult for many people to approach it.
We are going to review some benefits of Pilates and how it can help in toning. To do this, we suggest 5 basic exercises that you can do at home or in the session with an instructor.
What is Pilates and what are its benefits?
Pilates gets its name from the surname of its creator, who developed the technique around 1923 and later perfected it. Little by little it gained ground as an exercise option.
The principle of the method consists in the realization of small movements with a wide use of the muscle groups involved in the stabilization of the center of the body. There are a number of items of equipment that are used, from the traditional ball to Pilates beds, designed for this purpose.
The benefits of this exercise include the following:
Increases muscle strength and joint stability.
Improves flexibility and balance through proprioception; this is the awareness that the brain has of the different parts of the body and their location in space.
Reduces muscle aches and fatigue associated with diseases of the osteomyoarticular system, such as fibromyalgia.
Increases cognitive aspects that deteriorate with aging, such as memory.
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