Pilates is a strength training system developed by Joseph Pilates who originally termed it ‘The Art of Contrology’ in the 1920’s. The focus is on strengthening your ‘core/powerhouse’ which involves the abdominals, gluteus, thighs and back muscles. A strong powerhouse will help you to move better, stand taller, and feel less tired. Pilates’ key principles are centering, control, concentration, breathing, flow and precision. By working in alignment and strengthening deep stabilising muscles, many people are able to reduce and prevent back pain.
‘Contrology’ is the complete coordination of the body, mind and psirit. Contrology is designed to give you suppleness, natural grace and skill that will be unmistakably reflected in the way you walk, play and work. You will develop muscular power with corresponding endurance, ability to perform arduous duties, to play strenous games, to walk, run or travel for long distances without undue body fatigue or mental strain.’ – Extracted from the book ‘Return to Life Through Contrology’ by Joseph Pilates.
Pilates is suitable for athletes looking to perform better, mums pre and post-natal, and all types of people with different health conditions and fitness goals.
Jessica Park Pilates 