Would you like to be really strong? Improve your posture? Do you have back pain? Or are you recovering from an injury? Maybe you’d like to be able to run, row, swim, or perform another sport more effectively and have more fun with it?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, and you’re between 15 and 95, the Pilates Method can help you.
Pilates is one of the most popular, successful, and time-proven exercise systems today. Focusing on the core muscles, Pilates exercises not only increase strength, but also flexibility, balance, concentration, and coordination. With over 300 movements to choose from, every session can be tailor-made for your specific needs. At Pilates in the Berkshires, we carefully assess your physical condition and goals and design the perfect program for you.
New Tuesday night class starting now, please e-mail or call for more information!
Happy New Year everyone!
An inspiring visit
1/6/2012 Yesterday I saw an inspiring local physical therapist, Jennifer Dort, who was working with a friend of mine, who has Parkinson’s disease. In explaining the physical challenges she was presenting my friend with, Jennifer confirmed many of the principles of Pilates (which was thrilling!) For instance the way in which Pilates exercises keep challenging the brain, by encouraging people to assume positions and move in ways, which we usually give up as we age (or develop conditions like Parkinson’s): being upside down, twisting and bending, i.e. moving in all three dimensions, moving backwards etc. These exercises do more than just keep the body flexible. The literally invigorate and energize by engaging more of the brain. Thanks Jenn!
