Health problems are not restricted to age. However, elderly people are vulnerable to certain types of disorders such as joint pain and muscle weakness. A life without exercise contributes to an old-age full of problems. Fatigue, back pain, imbalance, difficulty of walking and poor posture are some of the complications caused by the lack of activities. Nevertheless, yoga and Pilates are an excellent choice for elderly to be in shape and out of inactivity.

To practice Pilates regularly brings numerous benefits. NAMU courses blog listed some of them:

Muscle strengthening

It is normal to lose muscle mass on the aging process. The daily routine of the elderly becomes limited, making it difficult to carry out some activities. Poor diet and lack of exercise contribute to muscle weakness. In such case, Pilates is a good alternative, since it works and activates the whole body muscles, including the inner muscles. The method is also able to prevent injuries and pain in the body region.

Posture

By strengthening the muscles, Pilates eventually helps to correct the posture. The intrinsic muscles (internal) are responsible for this definition. Once worked out, they help the body aesthetics and the organs function. Moreover, the regular Pilates practice may contribute to the prevention of problems as deviations, herniated discs and injuries.

Balance and motor coordination

By involving simultaneous exercises, the method helps to have better motor coordination. Repetitions and postures cause the person to have the body’s own consciousness and thus gain more balance. With the practice, the elderly is able to perform their day-to-day activities without many difficulties.

Breathing

Breathing is another strong aspect of the method. By performing the movements, the elderly also work their breath. To achieve the desired result, they need to be attentive to the postures proposed by the teacher. It is important to be concentrated at that time.

There are numerous proven benefits by expiring and inspiring correctly, and one of the benefits is muscle relaxation. Anxiety and stress are other problems that may be minimized with the practice.

Self-esteem

Pilates is also excellent to improve self-esteem, as the elderly feel safer. When the results start to appear, it is common to feel good and more willing to all other activities.

Moreover, if you think you need to go to a studio to practice Pilates you are wrong. You may perform the method at home through online courses. NAMU Courses platform offers pilates classes for all levels. Just log in, choose yours and share with your friends.

Have you already started practicing pilates? Leave a comment and tell us the benefits that the practice provided to you.

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