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Pilates
Breast Cancer rehabilitation with Pilates
Embarking on a fitness programme can help improve side effects from Breast cancer treatments. This can empower & help the survivor regain control of their body and improve their strength and endurance levels. A number of side effects can affect the body due to surgery,I.e. reduced range of motion, muscle weakness, fatigue, and difficulty in maintaining good posture & fear of moving the joint!
The benefits of Pilates for breast cancer survivor
- Restore joint mobility
- Tissue integrity - scapular humeral rhythm
- Regain loss of strength
- Stimulate lymph system
- Increase endurance levels
- Reducing stress and anxiety
- Strengthening self confidence
- Feeling normal again, on the road to feeling yourself again
Improving all of the above translates into FREEDOM OF MOVEMENT. Best part about Pilates for someone fighting or surviving Breast cancer; Pilates is GENTLE exercises, requires very SPECIFIC Movements, slow & controlled. Participating in Pilates programmes enhances wellbeing along with increased endurance & taking control of you! Clients who have participated in the above programme have experienced increased confidence, a feeling of normality, success and increased energy levels.
Click here to see Anita & Personal Trainer Tara in action on The Afternoon Show.
Testimonial from a breast Cancer Survivor
"Tara has been my personal trainer since before she opened 'Fitness Matters' in 2004
having her train me has changed my life. I shed three stone.
I am slim, trim and consequently comfortable in my skin, confident that I look my best and enjoying life.
I am a cancer survivor in my sixties - I was already a regular at Fitness Matters when I had
my second bout with cancer. All through my treatment, Tara let me attend classes which
she tailored to suit my fitness level at each session. I was not aware of this at the
time and thought that I was training as usual. This contributed, more significantly than
anything else, to my recovery. It enabled me to feel 'normal'.Tara is supremely professional
and knowledgeable. A course at Fitness Matters is to be recommended!" - Anita
About Pilates
At tfallon.com we aim to EDUCATE minds to STRENGTHEN bodies.
Pilates is a series of exercises designed to bring the mind and body in harmony. Joseph Pilates developed this unique form of training in the early 1920s.
This is a unique form of exercise drawing power form the centre (abdominal area) enabling the extensions i.e. arms and legs to more freely. Thus freeing the body from injury and increasing energy along with increased tone.A regular Pilate’s routine can benefit the body in more ways than one: Improve posture Lengthen & tone muscles Reduce wear & tear of joints Injury Prevention Stress relief Improve breathing patterns Increase flexibility Enhance co-ordination skills and balance
Whether you are an elite Athlete a novice golfer or new to exercise. Pilates can help you achieve your goals.TYPES OF PILATES AT FITNESS MATTERS STUDIO
MATWORK PILATES
This is Pilates exercises performed on a mat. We cater for one to one private classes as well as group classes. See Pilates timetable for times, days & costs below.
FOAM ROLLER/BALL/CIRCLE PILATES
Is Pilate’s mat-work exercises performed with small pieces of equipment. To make the repertoire more challenging. Good for people with injuries and special requirements. Available are both private & group classes.
REFORMER PILATES (PILATES MACHINE)
Practised by Madonna, Jennifer Aniston & Gwyneth Pathrow The Pilates Reformer is a machine, using springs and straps to add resistance to all exercises. This increases the impact of the exercise and creates a more intense workout. The Pilates Reformer is especially helpful for first-time Pilates users because the machine supports your movements and body weight throughout while the springs create challenge allowing you to reap the benefits of a all over toned body. Group courses of two people and individual sessions are available at Fitness Matters.
MENS “CORE CONDITIONING” PILATES CLASSES
At Fitness Matters we also run Men only Pilates classes. This allows us to create a workout specific to the needs of the male anatomy. Many footballers & rugby players attend these courses. See timetable below for class dates & timesPILATES ON THE CHAIR……….COMING IN Jan 2009
STARTING PILATES
At tfallon.com we strongly recommend you participate in an introductory private class, before joining a group class. This will give you the fundamental skills needed to perform the series of Pilate’s exercises. You will be one on one with your instructor. She/He will focus on the principals of core engagement and shoulder stabilization along with your personal goals.PRIVATE ONE TO ONE
This 1 hour/45min class works on a one to one basis. The benefit of a private class is YOU gain all the RESULTS YOU WANT. The instructor will design a balanced programme for YOUR body. This will involve both mat and equipment based exercises.GROUP CLASSES (SEMI PRIVATE)
A group class is made up of 5 people. We pride ourselves on small specific classes, allowing us to give expertise training to EACH person in the class. We can communicate and educate with ALL our members on a personal level. This course runs for 10 weeks (see class timetable for dates) or contact us to arrange a class time that suits you! Our Group Reformer courses are available with max of two people. This course runs for 10 weeks (see class timetable) or contact us to arrange a class time that suits you!How do I book a session? Click here to make an appointment with tfallon.com.