About San Francisco Pilates Studios

By Jaclyn Hurley


When Joseph Pilates first introduced this new exercising method back in 1920s, who could tell it would become so popular. The whole method was designed to help his patients to recover after their physical injuries. That included wounded soldiers and dancers, and all people who needed a different type of exercise to get in physical shape. Today, in many San Francisco Pilates salons you can find great instructors to help you achieve the body you have always dreamed of.

Sometimes it is practiced on the floor, and sometimes different equipment is used. In any case, the point is to make a series of deeply controlled movements, without pressuring joints or risking injuries. The result of this form of exercise is improved muscle strength, balanced body and mind and slimmer and leaner body, in very good physical condition.

Here, it's not only about the muscles. The point is to achieve a perfect balance of your body and mind. Deep concentration on each and every move you make is essential. Concentrating on your breathing, you need to activate your core muscles, and it has beneficial effects on your spinal alignment as well. You need to feel every part of your body, and help it reshape and lose weight, and you have to feel great doing it.

Unlike jogging and similar sports, this method doesn't require great physical shape to start with, in order to prevent injuries. Everyone can practice it, because the objective is a coordination of your mind, body and spirit. What is really important is the concentration. You have to concentrate on each and every movement you make, to be able to activate the main core muscles.

Of course, all sessions have to be supervised. Depending on your physical condition, your trainer will design the workout for you. Slow and controlled movements affects your muscle tone, and you will soon feel your whole body is becoming more and more flexible. Even people with different health issues can safely practice this method, and lose weight on simple and effective way.

Losing weight without exhausting aerobic trainings is a good news. Practicing Pilates is easy, it doesn't require too much effort, and you don't have to be in very good physical condition to start with. Besides, it is very relaxing, and it affects both your body and your mind, relieving you from accumulated stress, and making you feel and look so much better.

The fact is that practicing Pilates regularly can help improve both strength and flexibility, and make your body looks leaner and better toned. It has very low impact on your joints, and, thanks to that, some people who cannot practice more demanding forms of exercise can safely engage in practicing this funny and relaxing method. It's no wonder this method is so popular for decades.

Of course, you need to have highly experienced instructor at first, able to design a successful workout program developed to suit your particular needs. Every sport is good for keeping the body in shape, but this method deals with both your body and mind. Lose weight and make your body leaner, thinner, stronger and better toned, and have fun doing it.




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