The technique helps improve posture to reduce symptoms of PMS and menopause
What woman doesn’t want to feel good about her body? But it’s not just about looks; in recent years the search for quality of life has grown, i.e. the goal of having a beautiful but also healthy body. Physical exercises are undoubtedly excellent allies in achieving these goals.
benefits of pilates
OR pilates, in particular, offers multiple benefits to women and to a large audience. “The technique, which has concentration, control, centralization, precision and breathing as its basic principles, helps to work the mind and body Together“, underlines Ana Luísa Marçal, physiotherapist and clinical director of the Pilates Institute, unit of Guarulhos.
Motivating and exclusive classes
With a large repertoire of exercises and low repetitions of each movement, Pilates classes tend to be motivating and unique. “There is no physical fatigue or stimulation of monotony. The exercises can be performed on specific equipment or on the ground, with the help of accessories that make the lesson more enjoyable. The technique allows for a personalized service, adapting each exercise to needs, limitations and the goals of each student,” explains the expert.
Benefits for women
For women, the benefits are even more remarkable. According to Ana Luísa, pilates exercises balance body and mind, strengthening, toning and lengthening the body, improving blood circulation, increasing disposition and unload your mind stress and anxiety levels.
“Moreover, strengthening the deep and superficial muscles of the female abdomen through pilates helps maintain good posture, makes the appearance more elegant (by slimming the silhouette) and also improves the functioning of internal organs,” she comments.
Other health benefits
In the menopausal and post-menopausal stages, according to Ana Luísa Marçal, the activity helps relieve symptoms such as migraine and premenstrual syndrome, typical of hormonal fluctuations. Furthermore, it is effective in fighting and treating diseases in this adult stage, such as urinary incontinence and osteoporosis.
“For those who suffer a lot from PMS symptoms, the practice of pilates is highly recommended, as physical exercises put a lot of strain on moving body, releasing endorphins (a hormone responsible for feelings of well-being and pleasure). Thus, symptoms such as irritability, depression, fatigue, emotional sensitivity, anxiety, among others, are reduced.”
However, the physical therapist cautions that the exercises should be done more lightly while the woman is on her menstrual cycle.
Benefits for pregnant women
Known as the number 1 exercise for pregnant women, activity is highly recommended during this stage. “Pilates helps relieve common pains during pregnancy, prepares the mother for a more serene birth, through work on breathing, as well as making postpartum recovery much faster”, underlines the physiotherapist.
self-esteem exercise
With the combination of different benefits that the activity promotes, it is easy to conclude that women can gain more self-esteem with the practice of pilates. Be healthier, unite your body and mind and seek the THEincreased quality of life directly promote the inner well-being of a woman. “Feeling good is one of the goals of pilates, after all there is nothing better than feeling good inside and out”, concludes Ana Luísa Marçal.
By Vitoria Nascimento
Source: Terra
Ben Stock is a lifestyle journalist and author at Gossipify. He writes about topics such as health, wellness, travel, food and home decor. He provides practical advice and inspiration to improve well-being, keeps readers up to date with latest lifestyle news and trends, known for his engaging writing style, in-depth analysis and unique perspectives.
