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Looking for a work out that is effective and can dramatically change your health? Pilates is all over the news these days! Why? Today's health conscious consumer is discovering what dancers, athletes, and physical therapists have known for years - the results of the Pilates method of body conditioning are empowering both physically and mentally! Pilates is often referred to as an "active" or "dynamic" form of Yoga. German-born Joseph Pilates, a former boxer and circus performer, began developing the Pilates system of precise, controlled movements while serving as a nurse in World War I. Since the inception of this art, we are now finding medical evidence to support the concepts that are emphasized in Pilates Conditioning. Pilates focuses on building healthy, injury-free bodies by encouraging controlled and concentrated movement. It centers the body with breath awareness while maintaining dynamic flow of movement around a stable spine. Pilates is designed to restore balance and improve control of your body both mentally and physically. It improves strength, flexibility, balance, control and muscular symmetry.The series of rhythmic exercises promote elongated and toned muscles, and are noted for creating your body's power center through the abdomen, lower back, shoulder girdle and pelvic girdle. Professional athletes also use Pilates. For example, Giant's catcher Brent Mayne used Pilates with his physical therapist to regain strength and mobility following shoulder surgery in the off season. Pinnacle Performance Certified Instructors are licensed physical therapists and have extensive training in anatomy, physiology, joint mechanics and exercise intervention with healthy and clinical populations allowing them to skillfully adapt Pilates exercises to safely meet your individual needs and teach you to control your own body. Pilates exercises can be done using spring resistance machines or mat work. We recommend that clients perform mat exercises, either by attending mat classes or working with a video, at least three times per week for best results. If possible, we also recommend one to two solo , duet , or quartet reformer sessions (link to class schedule or descriptions) where muscular strength, flexibility, coordination and control are challenged. What is the best way to get started with Pilates? Call or email us . We would be glad to answer questions about your individuals needs. All new clients are encouraged to take one solo session or introductory mat class to allow our staff to determine the best progression for each client. The solo session for fitness clients includes a postural assessment and ongoing movement evaluation. All rehabilitation clients are seen individually before being progressed to group classes. At Pinnacle Performance we emphasize safety and proper movement rather than a "routine." Our licensed professional staff will provide you with instruction and programming that helps you meet your goals while maintaining a safe and ideal movement environment for your body type, fitness level, and injury status. Check our schedule of classes.

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