| Pilates is one of those things that everyone can do but | | | | Circle but these aren't essential to begin your Pilates |
| very few people have the motivation to get started. I | | | | regime. |
| remember when I took a few years off of exercising | | | | If you want to get out and learn Pilates with others |
| due to work and other commitments. When I first | | | | then going to a Pilates class can be an enjoyable way |
| went for a jog again I felt like I had been hit by a train. | | | | to get fit. You will meet new friends and have the |
| The great thing about exercise is that it gets easier the | | | | support of a certified Pilates instructor. Some classes |
| longer you do it. You will start to enjoy the added | | | | may even be taken outside at the park or beach. |
| energy and each workout becomes fun rather than | | | | Check the local papers for information on Pilates |
| something you have to try and push through. Let's | | | | classes near you. |
| have a look at some of the key reasons Pilates is a | | | | One of the key benefits of Pilates is weight loss. The |
| great way to exercise. | | | | exercises often incorporate a cario element to the |
| Just like going for a jog or walk around the park many | | | | workout. These will get your heart rate up and help |
| Pilates exercises can be done without needing to pay | | | | you to burn fat. Pilates is often used to help people |
| for expensive equipment. You can get started right | | | | towards their ideal weight. Not is weight loss a key |
| away. You may want to have a Yoga mat nearby for | | | | benefit but the muscles will become more toned and |
| when you are doing exercises such as the hundred or | | | | defined. The exercises are designed to lengthen and |
| one leg stretch which are done while lying on the | | | | strengthen the muscles. With regular practice you |
| ground. There are some cheap Pilates accessories to | | | | should start feeling and seeing the results within a few |
| help you exercise such as the Pilates ball or the Magic | | | | weeks. |