What is Pilates?
CATEGORY: Exercises
TYPES:Generic: PilatesBrand:
The Pilates Method is a physical fitness system that focuses on the core postural muscles to help keep the body balanced and to provide support for the spine. Pilates exercises teach awareness of breath and alignment of the spine, and aim to strengthen the deep torso muscles.
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How do members experience Pilates?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Improve flexibility/strength | 38 | 16 | |
| General health | 37 | 13 | |
| Improve mobility | 24 | 17 | |
| Parkinson's disease | 6 | 2 | |
| Stiffness | 5 | 2 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Fatigue | 1 | |
| Flushing | 1 | |
| Muscle aches | 1 | |
| Muscle soreness | 1 | |
| Pain | 1 | |
| Pain in lower back | 1 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 1 | |
| Moderate | 2 | |
| Mild | 5 | |
| None | 31 |
Member evaluations
pheonix61
evaluated on Nov 19, 2012
- Perceived effectiveness for Improve mobility: Moderate
- Side effects: Mild
DDK
evaluated on Jul 20, 2009
- Perceived effectiveness for Improve flexibility/strength: Moderate
- Side effects: None
dawny
evaluated on Jun 14, 2009
- Perceived effectiveness for General health: Slight
- Side effects: Moderate
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