Pilates Bath

Pilates

Pilates exercise is a mind–body exercise approach requiring core stability, strength, flexibility, and attention to muscle control, posture, and breathing. Pilates can either be practiced on an exercise mat (Matwork Pilates) utilising gravity against body weight, either with or without small pieces of equipment such as resistance bands, or Pilates can be practiced on larger pieces of equipment such as a Pilates reformer, which is a bed-like frame with a moveable carriage and uses spring resistance. The Pilates Reformer can allow for a more dynamic workout, using spring tension to strengthen your core stability muscles and streamline your body to improve muscle length and spinal flexibility.

Research studies have shown that Pilates exercises are effective in improving flexibility, dynamic balance, core posture and muscular endurance, and there is strong evidence to support the use of therapeutic exercise in the management of patients with injuries, including sports injuries and lower back pain. Physiotherapy and Pilates therefore work very well together.

At Physioimpulse we teach Clinical Pilates, which stems from the ‘modern’ Pilates approach. Clinical Pilates is influenced by Physiotherapy, biomechanics and evidence-based principles, where exercises are tailored to an individuals’ needs and abilities, and emphasis is placed on developing body awareness. We offer both mat based and reformer pilates.

What Pilates Can Help

Postural correction/strengthening, adults and children
Sport-specific strength and flexibility training (e.g. runners, cyclists, swimmers)
Lower back pain: acute, chronic, episodic.
Pre, during, & post-pregnancy
Pre, & post-surgery, e.g. spinal surgery, joint replacements, abdominal/gynaecological
Neurological conditions, e.g. Parkinson's, Multiple sclerosis
Hypermobility disorders

Our service is ideal for people who are looking for injury management; those who are new to Pilates; those who struggle to attend a regular class; those who would like some 1:1 tutoring to improve their performance in a community class they already attend; or those wishing to improve their strength and flexibility related to a specific sport.

Why not take advantage of the fact that we are Chartered Physiotherapists who specialise in Clinical Pilates. Maybe you're looking for someone to start you off with some simple core exercises that you can do at home; you may have a specific goal you are aiming for such as a sporting event or an everyday activity that you find difficult; or perhaps an issue you would like to address such as back pain, inflexibility or poor posture.

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New Pilates Instructors

We are pleased to announce we have expanded our Pilates provision with two new Instructors.
Chris Maddin and Lauren McMillan will be providing one to one Matwork and Reformer session at our Miles buildings clinic.
Rather than the injury specific clinical pilates provided by Physiotherapist Renu Khosla, these sessions will be more general fitness/rehab pilates for conditioning and wellness.

Chris and Lauren are both registered pilates instructors with extensive experience and training in both matwork and reformer pilates. You can request sessions to focus on the matwork or develop your equipment technique. All sessions are one hour long and priced at £50.

Call us for more Details 01225 683007 or BOOK ONLINE

Why Choose Pilates

Whole body fitness: Pilates trains the body as a whole, promoting strength, balanced muscle control and flexibility as well as increasing widespread joint range of motion.
Pilates is adaptable to all: Whether you are a senior looking to improve your mobility or an elite athlete looking to build core strength then Pilates can be adapted for you.
Increases flexibility: Pilates is a safe and enjoyable way to increase the length of muscle making you more mobile and less prone to injury.
Improve your Posture: You’ll be amazed at how Pilates can improve your posture, which will allow you to move more freely and reduce the chances of developing injury.
Increases core strength: Pilates can be used to strengthen the back, abdominal and pelvic floor muscles which help support good posture and reduce the likelihood of developing lower back problems.
Increase your energy levels: Pilates improves your breathing and circulation which will in turn help increase your energy levels.

FAQs

Is Pilates good for Seniors? Well Joseph Pilates practiced his craft well in to his 80s so why not give it a try? In fact you’ll notice great improvements in strength, balance and flexibility which can suffer as you get older.

Can I undertake Pilates if I am pregnant? We have participants who are both pregnant and who come to us after their pregnancy. Pilates can help build core strength in your abdominals, lower back and your pelvic floor which can make pregnancy and delivery more comfortable. Conversely if you want to get your figure back more quickly following pregnancy then Pilates is a great tool to use.

What are the Prices - Clinical Pilates
One to One or 2-1
£70 - 1 Hour
£55 - 45 Minutes
Package of 5 1 hour session: £315

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Our Pilates Specialist

Renu Khosla is a Chartered Physiotherapist who has also undergone extensive training in Clinical Pilates to make her the ideal person to help you with that persistent pain or injury. Renu enjoys treating all musculoskeletal problems from neck pain to sporting injuries. She excels in the rehabilitation of people with long-standing back pain using a combination of manual therapies and Pilates; and believes in empowering people by having a greater understanding of their condition and how to take control of their symptoms.

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