Pilates training teaches us to look at physical skills in terms of systematic progression. Next, we use the tangible stability of the center of the body to move downward, outward and upward. This is decompression of the spine. As a student progresses we add increased range of motion around and within the center of the body. The takeaway here is a gility — flexibility within our joint systems. Finally the student moves into increased s tamina and efficiency of their movement, even s peed for those who need that for sport.
Pilates begins with lying exercises and then progresses the body through a series of seated, lying, kneeling and standing exercises due to the relationship that the center of our body has to gravity and the systematic development of skills listed above.
Technique and flow breath, continuous movement, rhythm exist harmoniously in Pilates with new skills being developed along as a student trains. It is an ideal cross training program for sports, recreation and quality of life.
There are exercises performed on a mat, with a traditional mat that has straps and poles and a specific apparatus. The apparatus is not harder or easier; it simply provides you with feedback to make connections in your body.
We regard them as tools. With tool use comes a responsibility to use and not abuse. Tools simply enable us to accomplish more within the given time span.
It is the mat work and stool work, standing and self massage work within a larger method of exercise called the Gyrotonic Method. We want to feel and identify the root of ourselves, the underside of feet, thigh and hips. This is done in the beginning of the session so that a student can exercise for the purpose of warming, circulating and moving within the body internally to externally. From there, we teach the actions that comprise spinal decompression and healthy joint motion for all the major body systems.
The class proceeds through a variety of exercises and movements that move the spine in all directions and in different planes. The body receives increased support for the movement though the use of c ontrast. Understanding contrast and increasing your skills to apply while exercising enhances the stability of the body and unlocks a freedom of movement within you. It is fun and makes exercise joyful.
Many clients want to know the difference between Pilates and Gyrotonic exercise systems. Ron explains the difference and how both systems are applied to rehabilitation.
It is particularly useful in the treatment of spinal injuries, and for individuals with chronic neck and back pain, sciatica, shoulder impingement, injuries from car accidents, fibromyalgia, scoliosis, repetitive stress injuries, and performance and sports injuries. Recognizing that what patients really want is to experience a pain-free lifestyle, both Pilates and Gyrontonic movement systems seek to prevent and eliminate musculoskeletal pain by restoring the body to its maximum functionality and most efficient state.
Using Pilates, an exercise regime first developed for rehabilitation in the early 20th century, patients work on strengthening the muscles from the inside out. Layers of muscles in the torso are trained to protect the lower back, which allows the body to perform movements with ease and fluidity. Ron has treated many patients who have tried traditional physical therapy at other facilities and met with limited success.
Pilates-based physical therapy provides total conditioning that exceeds standard calisthenic, isometric, or isokinetic exercises. By putting the emphasis on balancing the muscular structure, patients will experience more joint stability and mobility, and more freedom of movement.
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