Why Pilates?
Many ancient movement forms address the abdomen as an energy plexus of the body. Ch'i Kung masters refer to filling the dan tien while yogis speak of the power of flight resulting from uddiyanah bandha mastery.
Pilates is no different. The Pilates system is based upon fundamental movement principles that directly recruit the core, or "powerhouse" muscles of the body. The deliberate breath and movement techniques of Pilates harness the power dormant within our navel centers.
With consistent refinement of these principles, one learns to consciously control the core and extend its power to the rest of the body. Working to move with acute precision and awareness, the muscles act cooperatively to perform movements rather than relying on the big bulky muscles to do all the work. Every movement becomes a seamless effort of the body as a whole.
In short, Pilates develops total body integration. Soon, your body will become one long and lean machine, moving with efficiency and grace.
