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If the operative word in the question, “Will Pilates help me lose weight?” is help, then Pilates most definitely, without a doubt assist in weight loss. Some of the people, who are searching for new ways to shed pounds, look for the next miracle pill or other quick fix.

So just to be certain that Pilates isn’t a part of that diet and exercise misconception, let’s remember- there are no quick fixes. There are no miracle workouts, smoothies, pills, or creams. Good old-fashioned hard work pays off, and Pilates is an excellent workout that will yield dramatic benefits and results.

However, as with any new exercise it needs to be done with careful consideration and proper assistance. A Pilates instructor will guide you along in your workouts, help you plot goals, achieve new levels of physicality, and develop a pattern into which your body can safely and effectively respond. Because Pilates uses all of the muscles within the body statically and simultaneously, it is strengthening and lengthening the muscles with ease and gentility all at the same time.

The one “miracle” of sorts about Pilates is that its workout feels different to the body than traditional exercise. It may even feel like you are not doing enough in your Pilates session, if you are used to a certain type of strenuous workout. Because of the exercises unique ability to work the muscles in a functional capacity, you may or may not notice the work being done, even thought you are working. For those that don’t like to feel strained or have a lower tolerance for endurance activity and pain during their workouts, Pilates may be a great option for you.

Don’t get me wrong, Pilates is a hard workout! If you don’t necessarily “feel it” in the duration of the work, you will most definitely feel it the next day. The deep muscles that used in the integration of the various body positions, will shock the body, since those muscles usually lie dormant unless called upon by certain core strengthening positions. Those certain core strengthening positions, Pilates offers in spades.

In addition to Pilates not being a quick fix for weight loss, there is always the need for balance in any exercise program. When Pilates is coupled with cardiovascular exercise, this combination of calorie burning fuel and deep muscle strength training will result in a lean taut body, and will increase the rate at which your body metabolizes calories.

While Pilates isn’t a cardiovascular or a “muscle building” workout it does tone the muscles, making them stronger and increasing their ability to endure. The more muscle fibers there are in the body, the more calories the body will burn even at rest.

Pilates can help you lose weight and will tone your body in ways you never imagined possible. Because the effort your body puts forth in a single session is so concentrated, it may feel like you are not “doing” enough. The results will speak for themselves, and you will see that focused effort in smaller doses is better than sporadic efforts in larger bursts.

With attention to your diet and consistent participation in cardiovascular exercise 3-5 times a week, Pilates may be that key that will retrain your brain to think of exercise as a functional way to increase the quality and health of your life, instead of a separate entity to help you simply lose weight.

Anyone who wishes to create a long and lean physique, with minimal weigh-bearing work, can succeed at Pilates. While some workouts require a certain level of fitness, or exercise knowledge Pilates has a tiered system in which everyone can benefit from.

Rarely in this day and age can you say that age doesn’t matter- however, with Pilates age really doesn’t matter. A new student should feel confident to take part in their own Pilates exercise regime no matter what their age or expertise. No gender limitations or experience qualifications exist within its program. Non-existing barriers should assuage hesitation and instill a confidence in a student’s readiness to begin Pilates.

Conscious control of the body and the ability to center your self is the only requirement for which clients need to commit themselves. If establishing goals for reaching heightened body awareness, while incorporating fluidity of motion into everyday life, is of interest to you then no other know-how is needed.

The age range for Pilates clients is vast, as it is normal to see a teenager working next to a 70-year old in any given group class environment. This acts as a testament itself to the accessibility of any Pilates program.

Wherever a student may fall in the spectrum of proficiency, classes are available for their level. Beginner, intermediate and advanced classes make it easy to establish starting points and to chart progress. It is recommended that “first-timers” schedule a private session with a trained professional before beginning any class, especially if you feel you may need more personalized attention.

As long as a new student is free of injury, they can begin with or without equipment. However, “Mat-Pilates” is considered one of the best classes for beginners. Mat based workouts allow you to become familiar with basic body positioning, breathing patterns and alignment. All of which are the integral makings of any Pilates program, beginning classes and beyond.

In addition to mat, group machine classes are available which incorporate the Pilates Reformer, the Chair and the Barrel, as well as Resistance bands, long boxes, and exercise balls. Once new levels of experience are achieved, the Pilates Cadillac can be introduced. The Cadillac is considered by some to be the pinnacle of Pilates progress, because its versatility provides a platform for an extremely challenging workout in the same breath as a more basic one. This sliding scale of Pilates apparatus coupled with each different class level, allows for flux in each client’s skill development and pace.

If you do suffer from injury there are great benefits to gain from Pilates! All of the equipment and accessories that are used find their roots firmly planted in rehabilitation techniques. Because of this, no matter how many aspects of Pilates you incorporate into your workout, you will gently and safely progress into a healthier and more-fit version of yourself. Those who suffer from back pain, ACL complications, ankle issues, sports injuries, ruptured, degenerative, herniated, or bulging disks will find that Pilates’ low-impact approach to exercise is the most effective way to heal and restore with ease and comfort. www.rapidrehabla.com