The Science of Pilates
The Art and Science of Pilates
Pilates has been used for toning, strengthening, core stability and rehabilitation for injuries for many years by its practitioners. It is now also an exercise trend sweeping the fitness industry and the demand for good quality teachers with a thorough understanding not only of the exercises but also their application to various population groups is outstripping supply.
Core stability or segmental stabilisation is the principal basis of Pilates. Research in the realm of and this is also well known by the physiotherapy profession to be essential in back pain rehabilitation.
Pilates can be an excellent form of exercise for many population groups from the young fit trendy client to more sedate clients or those seeking a suitable form of exercise for definitive rehabilitation of a variety of injuries, most notably back pain.
A thorough understanding of the principles and practice of the
Pilates exercises allows a practitioner to design and implement
a successful programme for their clients whether they are a fit
trendy population, a sporting group of elite athletes looking for
an edge in their competition, or a more symptomatic clientele.