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People talk about core stability. I work in the clinic on improving Athletes & the general publics core stability, I do however work along side A Pilates expert and rate Pilates as on of the best methods of core stability training around, would recommend all runners try it once a week.
I teach Pilates and I can second this. As a 21 year old runner a few years back, I was suffering from lower back pain. Took up Pilates, learnt it, taught it and no back problems since with hardly any injuries. I would invite you all to be classes however I very much doubt you will travel to Welwyn for a go.
How often a week would you say and how long a session and how long before you would have a relatively decent core based on the previous questions. Of course assuming teacher knows what they are doing and what qualification should we be looking for.
Well, is it still recommended?
Turns out there's a studio just round the corner at work.
I've only ever noticed where the a Cafe was, and the runway.
I've been loving it darn t' pilates oyl for about 3yrs now.Quote:
Originally Posted by shaunaneto
I've been wondering trying this or Yoga in the new year.
I though Yoga was Pilates for wimps?
I best start doing some yoga first then! ;)Quote:
Originally Posted by shaunaneto
I also want to start either Pilates or Yoga but don't know which is right for me.Quote:
Originally Posted by MickTor
I would definitely recommend Pilates. Check the class is run by a qualified instructor. It's great for stretching, developing flexibility and the promotion of core strength.
Chris
I would certainly recommend Pilates. I have a fairly sedentary job and as a result my core used to suffer eventually resulting in a chronic bad back preventing me from even getting out of the car on a daily basis. Began Pilates - just 1 hour a week - and issue solved. Have been doing it about 3 years now and is great for core strenght, flexibility and proprioception.