Pilates for a firm, harmonious body
September 29, 2016
How do you get a dream body without overdoing it? The solution. Practise Pilates, a gentle, targeted sport capable of strengthening your muscles and restoring a firm, harmonious figure. Discover the secrets of this method with MB Studio Pilates, the Pilates studio in Geneva.
Pilates: strengthening deep muscles
The Pilates method is based on a series of exercises designed to strengthen muscles, particularly the postural muscles of the abdomen, pelvis and back, which are under-used. It combines deep breathing with slow, precise movements to work weak muscles and relax tense ones.
How does Pilates strengthen deep muscles?
Trunk muscles are usually ignored. Yet they are the key to a flat stomach, a straight back, … a harmonious, balanced look. Through targeted exercises, stretching and postural movements, Pilates gives you access to deep muscles for effective, gentle work.
The secret to a toned figure, Pilates pays particular attention to developing the body’s musculature. The method works the muscles as a whole, but each exercise calls on specific combinations of muscle groups.
Pilates also requires concentration and deep breathing to discover, rediscover and feel the muscles and optimize their strengthening.
Strengthen deep muscles to correct posture
A sculpted body and perfect posture: these are the promises of the Pilates method, provided you’re regular. With diligent exercise, the body gently builds muscle and gains support and flexibility. The spine is aligned, the shoulders straightened, the abdomen sheathed, the ribcage stabilized… and posture improved.
Pilates also helps to combat back problems by optimizing the development of core muscles. A real aid to rehabilitation, the exercises work in depth on the abdominal, pelvic and back muscles, guaranteeing better support for the organs and spine. Improving posture through Pilates helps to relieve and prevent back and lumbar pain. Indeed, the human body resembles a tree, which owes its strength to its trunk rather than its branches. By strengthening this part of the body, it regains its balance and stability.