PILATES for ANTI-AGING

Time and time again exercise has been proven as one of the most effective and inexpensive anti-aging tools. But what form of exercise is best for an aging body? Whilst any form of exercise will do some good for the older population, we strongly recommend Pilates. The creator of Pilates, Joseph Pilates, believed that a man 'is only as old as his spinal column feels'. He also strongly believed that his form of exercise and way of life could change how 'old' someone felt. 'Anyone who is stiff and out of shape at 30 is old, while someone who is supple and strong at 60 is still young", Pilates was famously quoted.

Here are just a few reasons why Pilates is so incredibly good for anti-aging and the older population:

• Pilates is a low-impact form of exercise, which means that it does not put any additional stress on your joints.
• The main focus of Pilates is to build core strength, which has a direct impact on your posture. If your core is activated and strong, your posture will in turn improve. 
• Regular activation of the core muscles will result in less strain on the back and a strong spine. Stiffness and lack of fluid movement of the spine are often associated with aging. A strong core will protect the spine, which in turn will build bone density and strength, thus delaying the onset of osteoporosis and minimising lower back pain.
• Strengthening your core muscles has a positive impact on flexbility. A more flexible body can delay the effects of aging. 
• Pilates isolates and strengthens the little, but very important, stabilising muscles of the body, improves your fitness and has been proven to enhance your mental state. 
• As a form of exercise, regular Pilates will release endorphins, which will in turn make you feel happier and younger. 
• Pilates improves your coordination, body awareness, balance and breathing. 
• Pilates can very easily be modified and tailored to everyones' individual level of fitness. This allows every client to work at their own pace, whilst also getting a personalised and challenging workout. 
• And lastly, I have yet to meet one doctor or physiotherapist who does not recommend Pilates as a great form of exercise for all walks of life! 

However, it takes two to tango and we therefore also strongly recommend following a healthy eating plan incorporated with your regular Pilates classes. Clients often find that upon starting their Pilates journey they want to eat healthier as their body feels so much better! 

At Premium Pilates studio we are age friendly! Our clients range from as young as early teens and as old as early 70s. It is never too late to start Pilates. Call us today on 0402 680 724, visit us online at premiumpilatesstudio.com by clicking here or email us at inquiries@premiumpilatesstudio.com. 

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