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Why Pilates?

what is Pilates?

Pilates is a mind-body form of exercise designed by German physical trainer, Joseph Pilates.  As an exercise, Pilates works out the whole body and focuses on core stability, strength, flexibility, muscle control, and posture. There are also six guiding principles to Pilates that serve as fundamentals to the exercise as a whole, those being: breath, concentration, control, precision, center, and flow. The versatility and adaptability of these exercises make Pilates the perfect workout for anyone, no matter the experience level!

 

Pilates is continuously evolving as an exercise with the use of modern equipment to add a level of resistance that can target specific muscle groups. A few examples of this specialized equipment are the Reformer, Cadillac, Chair, and Arc Barrel. Additional pieces of smaller exercise equipment like fitness circles, balls, and resistance bands may also be used in Pilates exercises.

Benefits of Pilates

  • Core Strength & Stability

  • Improved Posture

  • Increased Flexibility

  • Refine Balance & Coordination

  • Heighten Mind-Body Awareness​

  • Longer Lean Muscle

  • Stress Relief

  • Effective Post-Rehabilitation Exercise

  • Back Pain Alleviation

  • ​Mood Booster

  • Improved Sleep​

My love for Pilates, movement, and nutrition is at the core of my practice and instructional philosophy. As a fitness instructor and small business owner, my main objective is for you to feel physically and mentally better when you walk out of a fitness or menopause coaching session.

 

I believe in giving you the guidance and tools to help you become a happier and healthier version of yourself.

why is Pilates different from other exercises?

In Pilates, there is an emphasis on strength and flexibility that focuses on the core in ways that other exercises do not. This means that Pilates aims to strengthen muscles that make up the core—the abdomen, lower back, hips, glutes, and pelvic floor—while still providing a workout to smaller muscle groups around the shoulders, hips, knees, and ankles. One of the most obvious differences between Pilates and other exercises is the level of intensity and impact that it presents, making it a more accessible and slow exercise that utilizes a methodical approach to effectively engage muscles.

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At Royal Oak Pilates, I strive to help women feel comfortable, confident, and strong in their bodies through gentle and enjoyable exercise. But let’s be real for a second—beyond just the concrete health benefits—Pilates is so much fun. How many other exercises do you get to lay down for? When you’re on the reformer, you barely notice that you’re working on your core because you’re too focused on how fun this exercise really is. My clients leave our sessions feeling stretched, stronger, and with their endorphins flowing! My goal is always to have you feel better when you leave than when you first walked into the studio. I have trained countless women over the past decade—many of whom are still my clients to this day—and they all come to me for different reasons whether that be to get in shape or stay in shape, but I guarantee that they all walk away from the studio feeling fabulous, strong, and confident.

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