PILATES FOR MEN

Part 1 - Core strength

A strong core is essential as it provides a stable and balanced centre point for which forces can be distributed freely and evenly across the body. We aren’t talking about sit ups or planks as these are not exercises - the fitness industry has given you false information all these years - Pilates is what you need!

When you start training your core using Pilates, you will notice that all your muscles are interconnected through your core, and power many movements. Training your core will boost your athletic and sporting performance, it will also compliment intense training protocols such as strength and/or aerobic based training. This puts you in a great position “physically” to be able to perform at your highest level, without causing injury by working the wrong muscle groups.

Core strength is not just for the athletic, sporting type; it will help align your body for proper posture. No matter the age group or lifestyle, every male can benefit from increased core strength.

Part 2 - Benefits

Having a strong core is necessary for healthy posture. Over time with pilates training, you will learn muscular cues that will translate your everyday lifestyle i.e when sitting at your desk or standing in the supermarket line. These cues will alert and prompt you to make necessary postural adjustments, in a timely manner through movement, steering you further away from injury territory.

Part 3 - Neglected muscles

The deep abdominals, deep lower back muscles and pelvic floor are major contributors towards ‘Lumbar - Pelvic Stability’, which is the support system for the spine and its associated ligaments and musculature.

Yes, men also have a pelvic floor! This is essential in maintaining erections and help contribute to better sex!

Throughout movement patterns, your large muscle groups such as quadriceps and hip flexors, have a tendency to dominate muscle contraction, resulting in the under activity of your deep muscles.

Consequently, without the action of these deep muscles the spine becomes less stable, making you a likely candidate for back injuries, especially during running and high impact exercises.

Fortunately, Pilates teaches you the careful contraction of deep muscles and helps you coordinate and co-contract both the deep and superficial muscle groups ensuring no muscle imbalances occur.

Part 4 - Stress Management

Breathing is another aspect we focus on in Pilates training. After a long day all you want to do is wind down, however, without proper breathing exercises you may still feel tense from your tiring day.

Pilates exercises take considerable concentration to get your breathing right - meaning that for an entire class duration you are able to block out your current stressors and focus on your mental health and wellbeing, by perfecting your breathing and movement flow.

Pilates is not as easy as it looks so before you think its just an exercise for women, think again! You will be surprised on the amazing effects pilates will have on your body.

We currently offer 1-1 classes that are run by appointment, if you would like to make a booking or want more information give us a call on 9387 8171.