Pilates for Anxiety and Stress Relief

In today’s fast-paced life we all suffer from symptoms of stress and anxiety.  Pilates can be incredibly powerful in providing a place for the body to relax, rejuvenate and release tension– and the expert instructors at Iso Fit Hong Kong are always ready and willing to help. Pilates is the perfect time-saving solution, as it only requires an hour a day and has amazing health benefits.

Pilates involves a series of exercises using special accessories and equipment that are designed to improve physical strength, flexibility, and posture, and enhance mental awareness. The series of fluid movements targets your obliques, abdomen, inner and outer thighs and lower back.  Practicing Pilates will increase your flexibility, coordination, and strength, as well as helping to provide you with the ability to fight off symptoms of stress and anxiety.

Here are a couple of reasons why Pilates provides great benefits to anxiety and stress relief:

Clear your thoughts – Mind-Body Connection

Pilates exercises do challenge you physically but they also test you mentally.  You have to be in the moment, constantly focused and present. Your instructor will give you verbal, and sometimes physical, cues for you to follow the intricate choreography. For you to get the best possible workout, it is vital that you stay focused throughout the session.  We all know that it is very easy to lose focus and to let your thoughts wander, but maintaining a constant state of focus will give your mind a challenging workout and provides great stress relief. Think of it like this, an hour of Pilates will be similar to an hour of meditation, but with increased physical and health benefits. Pilates is so good for your mind and your body!

A boost of endorphins

Research has proven that physical activity releases the feel-good hormone– ie endorphins.  Endorphins are responsible for making us feel good and happy. Pilates combines physical activity, breathing, and meditation– all the elements needed for the ideal release of endorphins, helping you feel amazing at the end of each session.

When you suffer from symptoms of anxiety and stress, the positive emotions that are associated with the release of endorphins is exactly what you need.  Endorphins can make us see things more positively and lightly. Switching your brain to a more positive outlook will help reduce stress and anxiety.

Practicing Pilates at Iso Fit will give you access to all the benefits of fighting off anxiety and stress symptoms.  Pilates will challenge your mind and body, and give you the mental and physical strength to deal with a stress-filled lifestyle.  Also, when you feel stronger, you feel more confident to tackle the daily grind of stress and anxiety causing elements of your life.  Stop by Iso Fit today, or call us at +852 2869 8630 to learn more and book your assessment!

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