Intro To Pilates - Core Strength for Everyone!

Free Introduction to Pilates Core Strength with Studio Blue!

Core conditioning and abdominal conditioning have become synonymous in recent years but the abdominal muscles alone are over-rated when it comes to real core strength or conditioning. In reality, the abdominal muscles have very limited and specific action. The "core" actually consists of many different muscles that stabilize the spine and pelvis and run the entire length of the torso. These muscles stabilize the spine, pelvis and shoulder and provide a solid foundation for movement in the extremities. Core conditioning exercise programs need to target all these muscle groups to be effective. The muscles of the core make it possible to stand upright and move on two feet. These muscles help control movements, transfer energy, shift body weight and move in any direction. A strong core distributes the stresses of weight-bearing and protects the back.

What are the Core Muscles?

The list of muscles that make up the "core" is somewhat arbitrary and different experts include different muscles. In general, the muscles of the core run the length of the trunk and torso; and when they contract they stabilize the spine, pelvis and shoulder girdle and create a solid base of support. We are then able to generate powerful movements of the extremities. The following list includes the most commonly identified core muscles as well as the lesser known groups. The goal of core stability is to maintain a solid, foundation and transfer energy from the center of the body out to the limbs.

A different kind of exercise?

Pilates strives to attain optimal movement and proper body mechanics that takes great awareness and understanding of your unique body. Conditioning muscles and improving joint mobility does not happen with mindless repetitions. Constantly looking for proper muscle recruitment, keeps the exercises fresh and always interesting.

Pilates is for you if you want to:

Find balance, Tone the body, Sculpt your waistline, Stand taller, Stay younger, Become stronger, Gain confidence, And reconnect with your body.

Studio Blue Pilates - Special Introduction to Pilates!

Pilates maestro Dan Walton has agreed to teach a Special Introduction to Pilates just for our Portland Fitness MeetUp Group. This FREE Intro class will run for 90 minutes - you'll love it! You can read more about Pilates here on the Studio Blue website: http://www.studioblue...

PLEASE RSVP right away & Mark your Calendars!

Cheers to YOUR Health, Fitness & Life Balance!

Jonathan

Jonathan W. Logan
PDX Fitness, Health & Balance Meetup Group Organizer
Portland, Oregon