Why STOTT PILATES?
| What is STOTT PILATES and why do we use it at Stability? |
STOTT PILATES incorporates modern exercise principles, including contemporary thinking about the skeletal and muscular system, as well as spinal rehabilitation and athletic performance enhancement. Other approaches may promote a flat back and tucked chin, whereas STOTT PILATES exercises are designed to restore neutral spine and re-balancing the muscles around the joints, placing more emphasis on scapular stabilization. Also, there are more preparatory exercises and modifications to cater to different body types and abilities making it applicable to everyday life. Benefits of STOTT PILATES may include, but are not limited to:
- Increased strength without unwanted bulk
- Increased core strength, stability, and peripheral mobility
- Improved fitness levels which may help prevent injury
- Greater ease of movement through a full range
- Heighten body awareness and mindfulness of movement
- Decreased impact on the joints
- Added variety as a compliment to other forms of exercise
- Improved performance of specific sport skills (golf, skiing, hockey, etc.)
- Enhanced balance, coordination and circulation
Information generated from www.merrithew.com (STOTT PILATES parent company)