The Advantages of Pilates Videos
Pilates is an exercise technique invented by Joseph Pilates, a German National, who when he was arrested in France during the first world war for being an enemy alien, invented a low resistance type of exercise which was later nameed after him. Joseph Pilates used springs from beds to make the first machine for his workouts. He later moved to The United States and opened his own Studio. Ever since then Pilates has become increasingly popular and now there are a variety of Pilates videos that teach you at home rather than at a studio.
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 Winsor Pilates Bun Thigh Power Sculpting Video US $3.99
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First of all the advantage of any Pilates video is its adaptability. You can do it anywhere that has a DVD player and a television. Especially for those people who don’t like going to the gym, the video or DVD is really in improvement for those that want to exercise in the comfort of their own home.
The disadvantages however, are its lack of a tangible instructor. The instructions given on the DVD can hardly be enough of a substitute for an actual certified Pilates instructor. All the troubles, all the questions and the probable injuries cannot all be covered by a single video. Only a real instructor can do that.
So if you really want to use a Pilates videos at home, it is advisable to first consult with an instructor, or probably take gym Pilates classes, just to orient yourself with the procedure. Then go ahead to practice at home.
Winsor Pilates is one of the derivations of this form of exercise that can be found on video. IT is a form, modified by Mari Winsor and claims to give results in 1 month, provided that you use it three times a week. Most people who have used it actually claim that it gives results in just two weeks.
Winsor Pilates is popular, because, like other Pilates Videos it can be done in one’s own home. One satisfied user, after using following it intermittently for 2 years, testifies to a healthier core, and higher body strength, although no weight loss was observable.
The other good thing about Pilates videos is that, as you progress, you tend to memorize all the routines as you go. So when you’ve memorized all the routines, you don’t really have to strain you neck so much by looking at the TV. They are also very economic. You won't have to pay monthly payments or gym memberships. All you need is the video and you can use it for as long as you want, or until you want to move on to another form.
Most Pilates videos and exercises are low intensity. You can’t expect anything too strenuous from something that can be done for physical rehabilitation! For most people, low intensity workouts with great results is a great deal.
Intro to the Pilates Mat
Most Pilates workouts involve mat work of some sort which can be considered to be the cornerstone of Pilates exercises. It is possible for numerous exercises as well as many modifications to be performed either in group sessions or in personal sessions on the mat. The best Pilates mat will be thick and durable and can be used in gyms, homes or studios as it is mostly designed for protecting and cushioning the spine throughout the mat work routines.
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Denise Austin Pilates Mat Workout Exercise Video VHS US $9.50
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 Pilates Beginning Mat Workout with Ana Caban US $3.00
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Types of Pilates Mats
The thicker style Pilates mats are ideal for Pilates exercises. They should also have ribbed, closed cell structures to impart a soft touch to the user as well as provide firm support.
Pilates mats come in a variety of styles and in order to get the best ones, you should check out their sizes, thicknesses, densities, colors, textures as well as materials used in order to get the best buy for you. Typical prices for a Pilates mat ranges from US$25 to US$45. If you want to carry the mat to different locations make sure that it has attached handles and can be folded and that the texture is light.
The Pilates Express Mat is much thicker than a yoga mat and provides ample protection to the spine. It is made of Velcro straps that enable an individual to roll and go and is the ideal mat for toting to the gym or studio. Its high quality closed cell foam allows the individual to experience maximum as well as optimized comfort. In addition, it is also very durable. This Pilates mat is available in green and blue colors.
Another useful Pilates mat is the club quality mat that can easily be rolled and is ideal for using in multi-use facilities. The Deluxe Pilates mat is made of closed-cell foam which provides plenty of comfort to the user and can also withstand repeated use.
There is also the Professional Raised Mat which is can be used in studios and has dense foam padding plus a surface that supports the individual and also gives proprioceptive feedback.
It is available in many colors and can be customized to suit the facility’s design. You can create a special look using any of the 75 custom colors and the price is very affordable as well.