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"In 10 sessions you'll feel the difference, in 20 you'll see the difference, in 30 you'll have a new body."                                                                Joseph Pilates   What is pilates method? Pilates is a body conditioning method which works differently from other techniques. By aiming at deep postural muscles, Pilates builds strength from within, re-balancing the body and realigning it correctly. This method aims at re-shaping your body (longer, thinner and more toned).  Your posture will be improved, finding the right balance between strength and flexibility, and its also a very good way to get rid of stress and tension. Advantages of the method : The result is a balanced body which is strong and supple, a flat stomach, balanced legs and a strong back. The effects are more than purely physical, you will feel revitalised, relaxed, confident and more flexible – a new sensation of well being!  How to practice pilates ? Exercices are very fun and may be done either on mat or on apparatus.  Each exercise is built around eight key elements: Relaxation, Breathing, Concentration, Flowing movements, Alignment, Co-ordination, Centering, Endurance. Pilates method, for who ? Pilates is suitable for all ; from athletes seeking to improve performance and avoid injury  to people who have never done any sport.  Its slow and controlled approach gives long term results – and it is particularly recommended for people suffering from back problems, but also for : people wanting to improve their fitness, posture and appearance    athletes – physical preparation    beginners     the elderly     those  who seek to avoid, treat osteoporosis     those who suffer from stress related illnesses    rehabilitation further to injury Everybody, basically!   Who was Joseph Pilates? The method was developed by Joseph Pilates, born in 1880 in Germany. A fragile child, he became interested in physical fitness programmes to improve his body image.  He studied many different techniques and formulated a system which worked for his own body – which became known as the Pilates method.                    Having moved to New York in the 1920’s, his studio rapidly attracted the city’s elite (actors, dancers and athletes finding that his exercises improved and completed their traditional programme – building strength without adding volume, balancing this strength with flexibility, and reaching perfect harmony between body and spirit. Pilates still attracts  the emblematic figures of the world of the arts and professional sport. Pilates is being more and more used to complete the work of physiotherapists and osteopaths.
Press :       "Le théorème de Pilates" Marie Claire du 15 Mars 2007 See the article   "Le Pilates, pourquoi on en est tous dingues?" Version Fémina Avril 2006 See the 'article    "Elles se lèvent toutes pour Pilates" Madame Figaro du 8 Novembre 2003, Pages 114 à 116. See Page 1 See Page 2