YOGALATES - GROUP MAT CLASSES & PRIVATE CLASSES
Yogalates is a fusion of yoga and Pilates. Essentially, it is a movement system that stretches and strengthens all of the major muscle groups while also therapeutically calming the mind and spirit. In a Yogalates session, attention is paid to building strength and endurance in the body's core postural muscles, thus achieving core stability.
Core stability is important as it supports the internal organs and promotes good posture. As well as being an excellent movement system, Yogalates also focuses on the breath. The chest breathing in Pilates is used in this therapy as it increases lung capacity as
well as enhances stamina and endurance. It also activates the abdominal and pelvic floor muscles, helping to protect and strengthen the lower back, tone the stomach, and assist with core stability.
Pranayama, or yoga breathing techniques, are also used. Some Pranayama are used to energise and invigorate the body, while others are used for calming and soothing the nervous system – helping the person to relax and let go of stress and tension.
Benefits of Yogalates
- Improving your inner strength or core stability
- Protecting and strengthening the lower back
- Improving postural awareness
- Lengthening and toning muscles
- Toning the stomach
- Improving breathing and stamina
- Improving blood and lymph circulation
- Connecting the mind and body
Who can Practice Yogalates?
Yogalates can be practiced by both men and women. It is particularly suitable for people that suffer from a weak lower back or weak abdominal muscles, incontinence, poor circulation or poor posture. It is also ideal for people that suffer from arthritis or osteoporosis, and post natal women. All levels of fitness are catered for and the postures and exercises can be modified as necessary.
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