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Pilates is one of the most popular form of physical exercise brought about by a growing interest in physical fitness and wellness among Australians. Developed by Joseph Pilates, this form of exercise emphasises the balance development of the body through core strength, flexibility, and awareness in order to support efficient and graceful movements.

The Pilates method was a popular form of rehabilitative exercise for dancers since the 1940’s but became a current fad as it was popularised by celebrity practitioners like pop superstar Madonna, Hollywood actress Julia Roberts, cricket batsman Shane Watson, SBS newsreader Mary Kostakidis, former politician Bob Carr and ex-New South Wales first lady Jill Wran.

The popularity of the Pilates method has transcended into people from all walks of life, whether athletes and dancers who want to conditioned themselves, women who want to lose weight gained from pregnancy and old people who want to regain their flexibility. It seems almost every people have attested that they had overcome their physical injuries because of the Pilates method.

In Sydney, the Cynthia Lochard’s Pilates Method Studio follows the True Pilates Method of body conditioning. Operating for over 15 years, Ms. Lochard and her experienced instructors assist clients in achieving the six Pilates principles of centering, control, flow, breath, precision and concentration.

The Pilates Method Studio provides a private and semi-private, solo and group Pilates method lessons. Instructors also offer individualised program to suit the customer’s body needs including a special one-on-one session with Ms. Lochard herself. Pilates exercises are done on either the mat on the floor for novice practitioners and the general public or on exercise equipment for those who want more body resistance.

If you want to know more about the Pilates method, contact the Pilates Method Studio for enquiries and information.

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