PILATES
Pilates is a mind-body exercise modality which was developed by Joseph Pilates (1880-1967) who named his method 'Contrology'. After his passing they renamed it to 'Pilates' in his honour. This approach is ideal for everyone regardless of age or level of fitness. It is useful as a work out or to recondition after an injury, surgery, postural adaptations or musculoskeletal condition.
Benefits of Pilates exercises include:
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Builds core strength and stability
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Improves posture and alignment
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Increases flexibility, balance and coordination
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Improves muscular balance and strength
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Increases muscular endurance and tone
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Prevents injury and heightens body awareness
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Enhances athletic performance
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Relieves stress and back pain
"If your spine is stiff at 30, you are old.
If it is flexible when you are 60, you are young" Joseph Pilates
Single leg stretch with fitness circle, London, 2019 © Trevor England
Trevor has practiced Pilates since a young age as this was introduced to me as a compliment his dance training. He hold qualifications in STOTT PILATES® Matwork and machinery (Reformer, Cadillac, Stability 'Wunda' Chair) and naturally integrates well with Osteopathic care.
Having a strong clinical understanding of how exercises can help with injury management enables him to ensure exercises are safe appropriate and effective.
Trevor currently offer the following:
'Bolt on' clinical session
This is one to one session is designed to compliment Osteopathic care you are receiving. This 30 minute clinical session can be added after your treatment to ensure you feel confident and are safe in performing exercises specific to your presenting complaint.
Private Pilates Training session
Trevor offers a bespoke service where you will be given a personalised programme to support postural imbalances, joint and muscle pain, and general fitness. Please contact Trevor directly to discuss.
Small Group Matwork (currently not available)
Classes focus on supporting individuals in developing an understanding of the Pilates repertoire. Classes personalised based on who is attending, this can include those with injuries, reconditioning, postural related problems and those who enjoy mind-body exercise.
Online Pilates sessions
Trevor is delighted to offer online Pilates sessions. Please contact him directly if you would like information about either 1:1 or my group class.
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1:1 Pilates, 2023 © Trevor England