Pilates is great for strengthening and toning your core and for increasing your flexibility and posture. The moves may look simple but take a lot of precision and control. Areas that Pilates targets are your core muscles and legs with focus on stabilizing and strengthening your abdominals and back. Pilates is great for strengthening and toning your core and for increasing your flexibility, but it’s not a comprehensive strength building program. You will need to supplement it with some other exercises if you want to build up your arm or calf muscles. Talk to your trainer to see what would be best. And don’t forget your cardio, as it won’t fit your needs if you are looking for an aerobic workout. Pilates can be very demanding, so start slowly. Instructors do not have to be licensed, so it’s best to get recommendations before selecting one. Come and join us for classes beginning March, 2017!

Marita Dowsett, B.P.T., Physio4U, www.physio4u.net