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The Pilates Method (sometimes simply Pilates) is a physical fitness system that was developed in the early 20th century by Joseph Pilates. Pilates wrote at least two books about the Pilates method: Return to Life through Contrology and Your Health: A Corrective System of Exercising That Revolutionizes the Entire Field of Physical Education.
Pilates called his method Contrology, which refers to the way the method encourages the use of the mind to control the muscles. It is an exercise program that focuses on the core postural muscles that help keep the body balanced and are essential to providing support for the spine. In particular, Pilates exercises teach awareness of breath and alignment of the spine, and strengthen the deep torso muscles, which are important to help alleviate and prevent back pain.
History
Born in 1880 in Düsseldorf, Germany, Joseph Pilates, a German national of Greek descent,became an avid exercise enthusiast (skier, gymnast, diver, martial arts student) and developed his body into superb condition. In his teens, he was used as a model for fitness charts. Traveling to England before the first World War, he worked as a boxer and circus performer. During WWI, he was interned in the Isle of Man with other German nationals and POWs. A trained nurse in his native Germany, he was investigating ways that he could rehabilitate bed-ridden victims of the 1918 influenza pandemic. Thus he created a series of movements that could be practiced within the confines of this controlled environment. The Pilates Reformer (a piece of [http://unionsquarepilates.com/_wsn/page4.html Pilates equipment) is based on an old hospital bed. Returning to Germany briefly after the war, he then began training professional boxers, notably heavyweight champion Max Schmelling, and police officers. He then moved to the United States and opened his own training studio in New York city in 1926 with his wife Clara. More on [ Pilates ]
Pilates Method :: Fitness Equipment
Pilates Method :: Fitness
The Sheppard Method Pilates article in Viv Magazine this month. Risa Sheppard trains Reba McIntyre.
411video (Leslie McClure) Tue, 03 Nov 2009 02:59:19 -0000
The Sheppard Method Pilates article in Viv Magazine this month. Risa Sheppard trains Reba McIntyre.
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'Bar Method' workout is better than pilates on steroids. Tweaked with 'T-Tapp', Yoga and Bodywraps is the perfect trim, tone, tune combo.
FullBloomLiving (Sharon Austin) Fri, 30 Oct 2009 13:32:47 -0000
'Bar Method' workout is better than pilates on steroids. Tweaked with 'T-Tapp', Yoga and Bodywraps is the perfect trim, tone, tune combo.
Getting to the Core: How to Use the Pilates Method To Improve Running Performance http://bit.ly/2Lr2Sy
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Getting to the Core: How to Use the Pilates Method To Improve Running Performance http://bit.ly/2Lr2Sy
Best way to describe The Dailey Method? Great combination of pilates, ballet and yoga; a focus on stretching and... http://bit.ly/2qGZYZ
TDMChicago (The Dailey Method) Wed, 28 Oct 2009 16:55:10 -0000
Best way to describe The Dailey Method? Great combination of pilates, ballet and yoga; a focus on stretching and... http://bit.ly/2qGZYZ
Where and when do you go? It sounds fun! RT @emiko711: @adoraoo7 if u like Pilates, go to the bar method with me :) it's really good!
adoraoo7 (nga) Wed, 28 Oct 2009 05:20:03 -0000
Where and when do you go? It sounds fun! RT @emiko711: @adoraoo7 if u like Pilates, go to the bar method with me :) it's really good!
Balanced Body - Offering Pilates equipment and accessories, videos and books. Includes history, and training information.
Meta Description: [ Pilates.com features comprehensive information about the Pilates Method, including equipment, videos, books, history, training, studio locations and more. From Balanced Body, the leader in Pilates since 1976. ]
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Equilibrium Pilates Inc. - Offering equipment, mats and accessories. Includes franchising information, and education courses.
Gratz Industries - Specializing in Pilates equipment and accessories. Includes instructional DVDs and replacement parts.
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Merrithew Corporation - Canadian manufacturer offering Pilates equipment and videos. Includes manuals, testimonials and a FAQ area.
Meta Description: [ STOTT PILATES - a contemporary, anatomically-based approach to the mind-body exercise developed by Joseph Pilates. Develop optimal strength, flexibility, endurance and posture without building bulk or stressing your joints. ]
Peak Pilates - Offering converter and wall systems. Includes photos, events, newsroom, and customer service information.
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Sequoia Pilates - Canadian manufacturer specializing in equipment and accessories. Includes product information and photo gallery.
Meta Description: [ Manufacturer of Equipment for the Pilates Method. ]
Teagues Pilates Institute - Offering a variety of Pilates equipment and accessories. Includes teacher training and certification and opportunities to start a studio.
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The Pilates Guy - Offering footloop covers, handle holders, self adhesive to decrease slipping on wooden legs, and laminated footprints.
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The Xercize Corporation - Offering videos and equipment. Includes certification information.
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