Pilates Studio

Momentum Pilates Studio is dedicated to bringing the Pilates Method to the Minneapolis area. Located in the heart of Uptown this quaint studio brings the one-on-one attention to its clientele that Joseph Pilates thought was so crucial. Momentum Pilates Studio is fully equipped and incorporates the Reformer , Cadillac , Wunda Chair , Foam Rollers & Physioballs into personal training sessions. Mat Work is a popular form of the Pilates Method. It is great forum to learn and master the key principles of Pilates. Classes for all levels are offered at Momentum.

Developed in the 1920s by Joseph H. Pilates, the Pilates Method is a series of approximately 500 exercises developed on specially designed equipment. The Pilates Method focuses on the whole body. This is accomplished by coordinating the upper and lower muscle systems within the bodys center, thus encouraging a fluent body. This process lends to increased strength, flexibility, posture and coordination. The Method focuses on the Whole Body, thus fusing breathing with movements, body mechanics, balance, coordination, spatial awareness, strength and flexibility.

"Nobody will understand the
importance of my work for 50 years"
Joseph Pilates, about 50 years ago

Pilates Reformer

Pilates Reformer can have an intimidating appearance as equipment. The deceptively archaic sounding name belies its exceptionally elegant nature. It offers finely tuned exercise resistance that enables the user to achieve great precision for alignment, core strength and all exercise principles of Pilates.

The reformer training puts emphasis on breathing patterns, correct alignment, core stability and muscular endurance training.

Pilates Reformer involves strength training using the Reformer machine like the Allegro Reformer. Compact and contoured, Pilates gadgets come with a video training package and have earned rich praise from Pilates instructors and fitness clubs, primarily due to easy usage, adjustability, safety and durability. Engineered and designed for commercial fitness, the Pilates Reformer proves ideal for home use.

Several planes of motion are incorporated into the workout with a complete range for every joint. The uniqueness makes it impossible to b e simulated by any other gym equipment. It offers training capable of transforming your body shape completely as every piece of each muscle group is involved while ensuring core control. With Pilates Reformer the lean cut look can be achieved with a workout like nothing you have known before.

Pilates Reformer offers a number of benefits.

• Greater core strength including middle abdominals, obliques, back and... Full Pilates Reformer article...

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