Pilates for the Mature Client

Benefits of Pilates for Older Adults

  • Are you struggling to bend down, fasten your shoes, get up out of a chair?
  • Struggling to get in and out of the car?
  • Do you get out of breath quickly?
  • Do you feel like you are really starting to feel your age?
  • Do you just feel that you are ‘not as fit as you used to be?
Often, those in their later years may feel intimidated by learning a new form of exercise that is not necessarily seen as a senior activity. In fact, Pilates for older adults is proven to be one of the most advantageous types of exercise for a mature body. As this type of exercise is low impact, it does not strain joints and is a very safe type of exercise to start a new regime with – at any age. As it increases flexibility and range of motion, it allows for greater freedom of movement and prevention of strains and injuries for older adults.

It also helps to reduce the effects of age related illnesses, such as arthritis, osteoporosis and lumbar stenosis. If these illnesses are experienced, it is advisable to consult our instructors first. A personalised plan can be worked out for those who need it, to ensure maximum gain and avoid injuries.

“Every moment in our life can be the beginning of great things” – Joseph Pilates

Join a Free ‘PILATES LIFE’ Taster Session and discover how Pilates is perfect for the more mature client and older adult because it does not have the impact on the body that other forms of exercise do, and is not nearly as severe on the joints as most workouts are.

It really is a gentle way to exercise and if you haven’t exercised in a while, Pilates is a safe way to restart a workout program and can help you to feel better both physically and mentally, learn to move with ease and enjoy a full life again.