Why Having a Strong Core is Important: everyday actions such as bending to put on shoes, turning to look what’s behind you, sitting on a chair, or even just standing still – all of these rely on your core. basically, almost every movement stems from your core.

What about simply sitting or standing? sitting and standing engage your core muscles as well. if your back muscles often get stiff and sore, then most probably, your core isn’t strong enough to support your upper body. a strong core gives you a healthy back. it helps prevent the excruciating problem that affects 8 out of 10 people in the world – low back pain. a wide range of sports activities is powered by a strong core. it allows athletes to execute more powerful and controlled movements during performance. if you do a lot of housework, you need a strong core. a lot of movements such as bending, twisting, lifting, hammering and reaching for items stems from or pass through the core. core strength plays a big role on body stability. you can move in any direction, walk on the bumpiest ground or stand still without losing balance. simply put, strengthening your core reduces the risk of falling. on posture, if your core muscles are weak, you tend to slouch easily. strong core muscles contribute to good posture. having a good posture gives you a taller, leaner look and also projects confidence. moreover, a good posture allows you to breathe easily.

How reformer can help: the corner-stone of pilates is about gaining control of core movements. although its main focus in on the core, your arms and legs will also benefit from pilates. as a core-strengthening exercise, reformer pilates gives you a strong back, which helps prevent back pain and leaves you with a healthy spine. joseph pilates used to say “you’re only as young as your spine is flexible.” what’s awesome about reformer pilates is that it challenges your entire body, not just your core. most reformer pilates movements incorporate the core muscles, including the deep core muscles. if you engage these muscles properly, these muscles will help develop a stronger body with a stable foundation. after all, the core isn’t called a powerhouse for nothing. strong and chiselled abs don’t always mean having deep core strength. core strength is not an easy thing to get – but it is an essential part of our physical health. it’s not just a strong superficial layer of muscles but deep core muscles that will help you keep a stable body and strong, controlled movements. suitable for pre and post pregnancy as there are 2 clients per 1 instructor