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Who can benefit from taking Pilates?Everyone!!!! People of all ages and physical condition's may benefit from Pilates. Pilates is highly recommended from dancers and athletes who frequently suffer from injuries as a system for injury prevention. However, Pilates is low-impact which is easier on the joints, eliminating impact and compression often associated with muscle training and cardio.
What is the difference between Mat and Machine work? Mat Pilates is done mainly on the floor using your own body weight or some assistance with Magic Circles. The Machines are all spring loaded to add more resistance along with your body weight.
What is the difference between Pilates and Yoga?Yoga is based on the principles of sustained movement or held poses while Pilates centers on slow fluid movement. Pilates is more true to life, the body was meant to move, not hold poses. Pilates can actually help you in your yoga classes. During Pilates classes you will learn that your abdomen helps with your balance and that can be incorporated into holding your poses in yoga. Yoga is based in a spiritual practice, Pilates is a fitness program,
How big are your classes?We like to keep our Mat class size down to about 10 to ensure that you get the personal attention and workout you desereve. Our instructors pride themselves on the personal attention that you will receive during your class. The instructors are also available for one-on-one, tag team (2 persons), and three-on-one lessons for either Mat or Machine work.
How do I sign up? If you are looking for a private, doubles, or three-on-one lesson you can email Laura at lroeder@wilsonsfitness.com or call Body By Pilates at Wilsons Fitness(573) 446-3232. If you are looking to sign up for the group classes you can sign up ½ hour before the class begins at the front desk at Wilson's Total Fitness or call 446-3232 prior to the class you wish to take.