What is Pilates?

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The Pilates exercise technique is a set of principles and exercises which works the whole body in balance, coordinating the upper and lower musculature with the body's center.  This dramatically improves strength, flexibility, posture and coordination.

The Pilates exercise technique can be used for general fitness, cross training with other forms of sport or exercise, and injury rehabilitation.

Pilates is a complete fitness method and when performed regularly, positively changes bodies.  It combines awareness of the spine, proper breathing and strength and flexibility training.  
Jennifer leads a Pilates  class in Sedona

What also makes the Pilates exercise technique unique among similar forms of exercise is that it slims the muscles, making them more compact by developing slenderness rather than bulk.  The outcome is a balanced body which is strong and supple with a flat stomach, balanced legs and a strong back.  Its effects are more than just physical:   you will feel revitalized, relaxed, confident, invigorated and more flexible through a new sense of well-being!

Learn more about Pilates, as featured in Newsweek Focus on Your Health

At many of our yoga retreats, Pilates is an integral part of the overall program. Combined with yoga, Pilates helps provide a more well-rounded sense of fitness, well-being and inner strength. Register now for Inward Bound retreats to experience Pilates taught by expert instructors in exquisite vacation surroundings.

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