Why is Pilates so Good for Women
Pilates is having a huge moment in the world of fitness. It's especially popular with women because it supports your joints, posture, hormones and natural movement. It focuses on toning, stability and rehabilitation of your movement patterns through the performance of repetitive, (semi) chill, low impact workouts.
Lets roll our sleeves up- why is pilates the hot thing right now?
Because it works.
It targets the powerhouse of the human body; emphasizing the deep core, postural muscles of the back and shoulder, hips, glutes and, some will say most importantly, the pelvic floor. These areas are majorly impacted by pregnancy, post-partum changes, and hormonal shifts.
I want to take a second here to shout out the powerful changes that pilates brought to my body. The breath focused, low impact nature of pilates helps to reduce cortisol levels by exercising your parasympathetic nervous (rest & digest) system. The routine of connecting breath to movement puts my mind in a meditative state.
Consistent pilates practice helps lower chronically high cortisol and enables a healthier estrogen - progesterone - testosterone balance. (Yes, we do have testosterone levels, ladies). Testosterone imbalance is one of the leading causes of PCOS and menstrual
Consistent pilates practice helps lower chronically high cortisol and enables a healthier estrogen - progesterone - testosterone balance. (Yes, we do have testosterone levels, ladies). Testosterone imbalance is one of the leading causes of PCOS and menstrual
Pilates promotes better insulin sensitivity (which keeps us from storing too much fat!) By building lean muscle, without a spike in your stress hormones it supports more stable blood sugar.
Consistent pilates practice helps lower chronically high cortisol and enables a healthier estrogen - progesterone - testosterone balance. (Yes, we do have testosterone levels, ladies). Testosterone imbalance is one of the leading causes of PCOS and menstrual discomfort.
This one ties all of it up, with regular practice menstrual cycle regulation is supported. The pelvic area incorporating the uterus, ovaries and other surrounding tissues are highly vascular, requiring steady and rich blood flow.
We all know blood carries oxygen but it also delivers hormones, nutrients, and signaling molecules while also removing metabolic waste and excess inflammatory byproducts.Adequate blood flow supports healthy follicle development, which is happening every menstrual cycle!
Pilates strengthens, mobilizes, and relaxes the muscles that tense up and lead to cycle discomfort, back pain, cramping and bloating.
These are only some of the reasons why I grew to love pilates and it became such an important practice for my health. Teaching me a love for the discipline and blossoming into my journey of becoming an instructor.
Pilates is an exercise that promotes women's health, mobility, and confidence in my body.
