History of Pilates
By : Heather Reyes -
Pilates is more recent an exercise form than you might expect. It was developed in the early 20th century by Joseph Pilates, which originally named his method “Contrology.” A German-born emigre to Britain (and then to America), he created the form of exercise to incorporate low-impact conditioning and equipment, which he called apparatus. Joseph Pilates […]
READ MOREWhat is Pilates?
By : Heather Reyes -
Using a combination of around fifty simple, repetitive exercises, Pilates aims to create low-impact muscular exertion. Body weight is the main resistance used throughout the series of Pilates mat exercises, meaning this form of exercise is both low-impact and low-investment; often, all you need is a mat and some floor space. Changes in body position […]
READ MORESome places are more susceptible to fitness trends than others. These fads sweep through cities and towns, spawning dozens of boutique studios in their wake. Pilates, however, is more than a trend. It’s a full-body exercise tailored to your individual needs. It is low-impact, core-centric, and can prevent injury from other sports—perfect for on-the-go Boulder […]
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