Jointworx Pilates Discover your healthiest body and best self through the Pilates method of movement. The Jointworx Pilates program is dedicated to the pursuit of optimal physical rehabilitation, peak performance, injury prevention and general well-being. What is Pilates? Pilates (pronounced Pi-lah-tees) was developed over 80 years ago by Joseph Pilates. Pilates is an exercise regime which utilizes floor based exercises and specially designed equipment to train the body’s deep postural muscle. Pilates is a system of body conditioning designed to strengthen and lengthen the body's muscles with emphasis on reducing incidence of back pain and injury. It is appropriate for all ages because it tones and strengthens the muscles without impacting the joints. It improves posture and strengthens the parts of the body that age attacks, including the stomach muscles, inner thighs and upper arms. Pilates is a method that aims to create a balance in the body, designed to cater for the needs of the individual. The program focuses on the core postural muscles which help keep the body balanced and which are essential to providing support for the spine <http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vertebral_column> . In particular, Pilates exercises teach awareness of breath and alignment of the spine, and aim to strengthen the deep torso muscles. Benefits of Pilates: • Abdominal toning, strengthening and a trimmer waist • Improves flexibility and muscle tone • Better posture • Lengthening and balancing of muscles • Improves muscular support for the spine and other joints • Develops coordination, balance and concentration • Enhances breathing • Relieves tension, fatigue and stress University of Southern California Los Angeles, CA •Bachelor of Arts Biology/Psychology (05/90) College of Saint Benedict St. Joseph, MN Laina Scolnick, Physical therapist & Certified Pilates Instructor **Pilates may be a covered under your physical therapy insurance benefits