Pilates - Can This Be the Answer to Your Back Pain Relief?
It was developed originally by Joseph Pilates - a German who had a desire to find a self improvement system for himself and others.
It is based on a variety of disciplines including Yoga, Zen Buddhism and other ancient practices that incorporate Mind, Body and Spirit.
Pilates can be done by just about anyone of any age and fitness level, as there are different levels to each exercise.
It can be done as a group or individually with an instructor and can be learned and practiced at home.
After several weeks of doing Pilates on a regular basis you should feel stronger, fitter and more balanced.
Other benefits of Pilates include the following:
- A whole body fitness that creates strength without bulk
- Increases flexibility and core strength
- Improves posture
- Increases energy
- Promotes weight loss and body toning
This give you better posture and stabilises your core, and in-turn take stress and pressure of your back resulting in less pain.
Pilates should be become a permanent part of your lifestyle and compliment your current fitness program.
There are many options to get started with Pilates including programs at local gyms along with learn in the comfort of your home DVD programs.
If you need back pain relief I would seriously consider Pilates as part of you back pain relief program.