Pilates has become increasingly popular, and for good reason! Adorned by celebrities, recommended by fitness experts and proven to have a range of benefits, Pilates is a fun and beginner-friendly workout that focuses on posture, balance and flexibility. Pilates tunes you into your body and movements, whilst strengthening your body and core.
Those who enjoy yoga will find many similarities in pilates, as the exercise emphasises a mind and body connection. A common misconception is that you must already be flexible to partake in pilates. At SCD Leisure Tallaght, our pilates classes are designed to be inclusive for people of all fitness levels.
Our pilates instructors at SCD Leisure Tallaght are on-hand to guide you through pilates; whether that’s gently correcting posture or helping you slowly reach your flexibility goal. Pilates are initially designed for injured dancers and soldiers, so is an excellent option for those looking to ease into exercise after an injury.
Pilates blends strength and flexibility with a balanced approach so that no muscle group is overworked. There are over 600 variations of pilates exercises and variations, so there is truly a pilates routine suitable for everyone with every fitness ability.
Studies show pilates can have a positive effect on pain, most notably back pain. Many medical specialists recommend pilates as an exercise to aid in improving mental health, with research reporting subjects who partake in pilates experience a reduction in anxiety and fatigue.
Pilates works on both your flexibility and mobility. Pilates exercises focus on improving muscle strength and range of motion at a joint, with precise, slow and controller movements.
Experience the benefits of pilates yourself by joining one of our pilates classes at Tallaght Leisure Centre. Classes are every Wednesday at 7:00 PM at the leisure centre, with people of all levels and experience welcomed.
