CLINICAL PILATES

We all know exercise can be good for you, but ironically it can also cause a lot of injuries. But there’s an exercise you can perform that will get your body right back into shape. Pilates is one form of exercise therapy that has taken both the medical and fitness worlds by storm. It focuses on strengthening and developing muscles in our bodies to protect and support our joint structures. If you are need in of such treatment, then this is ideal for those living around St Kilda or Port Melbourne.

Pilates was developed in the early 1920s by Joseph Pilates who used yoga-like postures and movement to rehabilitate Second World War soldiers.

He then modified the style for injured dancers, out of which the modern day method of Pilates was born. Over time, different groups have added their own movements to this workout routine; however, this style of exercise primarily involves training your muscles to improve the posture and alignment of your body.

By focusing on your core strength, you enhance the important, deep muscles of the body so that you’re better able to support the larger ligaments, tendons and joints, therefore preventing or rehabilitating from injury.

• Small, simple movements
• Entire body workout
• Strengthening exercises
• Mobility and Flexibility exercises
• Breathing techniques

Some tips on how to prepare:

• Wear comfortable clothing that is not too baggy
• Stay hydrated before and after class and bring a drink bottle to sip on

When our muscles are weak they make compensations for each other that lead to instability and injury.

Take your back for instance: if your posture is bad, your lower back and hips will then adjust themselves accordingly, which means they are essentially out of place. Clinical Pilates, in conjunction with your treating practitioner, can assist the body to restore and maintain its proper alignment.

Clinical Pilates is the means by which functional movement can be restored and maintained. This increases performance, reduces the risk of injury and assists patients in leading and maintaining a pain free life. You will soon be able to go for a jog along the beach in St Kilda and Port Melbourne again in no time.

• Injury Prevention
  • Injury Rehabilitation
  • Back pain
  • Weight loss
  • Functional fitness
  • Stress relief
  • Tight muscles
  • Low impact fitness

Contact us

If you are interested in undergoing our Clinical Pilates treatment to heal your body, please feel free to contact us at (03) 9699 2499 or info@cmsm.com.au. Travelling from nearby areas like Port Melbourne, St Kilda or Albert Park? Find directions on our site.