What kind of exercise is Pilates? Is it good for older people?
“Pilates (puh-LAH-teez) can be an excellent exercise program for older adults. Pilates uses controlled movements — usually floor or mat exercises but sometimes machines — to improve total body strength, flexibility, balance and posture.”
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October 7th, 2007 at 5:51 am
[...] beti wrote a fantastic post today on “What kind of exercise is Pilates? Is it good for older people?”Here’s ONLY a quick extract“Pilates (puh-LAH-teez) can be an excellent exercise program for older adults. Pilates uses controlled movements — usually floor or mat exercises but sometimes machines — to improve total body strength, flexibility, balance and posture. … [...]