Just One Thing - with Michael Mosley
Practise Pilates
Oct 18, 2023
Discover the benefits of Pilates: stronger core, improved posture, and reduced back pain. Learn how it enhances exercise performance and hear Andy Murray's use of it. Pilates expert reveals its impact on cardiovascular endurance and healthy aging. Michael challenges a tennis player to improve serve with Pilates. Try Pilates for flexibility, core strength, posture, and sleep.
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- Pilates can strengthen core muscles, improve posture and flexibility, and reduce lower back pain.
- Pilates is effective in improving sports performance, increasing core strength, and reducing chronic lower back pain.
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Pilates for Core Strength and Flexibility
Pilates is a low-impact exercise that focuses on strengthening core muscles, improving posture and flexibility. It can have a significant impact on overall health, including strengthening core muscles in the lower back, hips, and stomach. Pilates has been shown to improve sports performance, with studies demonstrating increased speed in middle-distance running and improved serve speed in tennis. Additionally, Pilates emphasizes slow, deep breathing, which can reduce anxiety. It has also been found to be effective in reducing chronic lower back pain and improving mobility and strength as we age.
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