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What is Pilates Golf? 

Pilates GolfA method of exercise and physical movement designed to improve flexibility, strengthen muscles and balance the mechanics of the body by working on posture, in particular, promoting a healthier back and stronger abdominal muscles. It is also used and recommended by physiotherapists. Pilates Golf has grown from traditional Pilates, but tailored specifically for golfers. We utilise available equipment from your golf bag e.g. your putter. 

 

Is Pilates Golf just another fad?

Not at all; Pilates is named after its inventor, Joseph Pilates, born in 1880 and died in 1966 in a New York fire. He was still fit, healthy and teaching right up to his untimely demise at the ripe old age of 86!

What Pilates Golf Is Not

Pilates is not Aerobics, Yoga or Body Building and is in no way associated with any of these three things. It is a complete and unique fitness method in its own right.

Pilates Golf Recommended by Physiotherapists

Pilates GolfMany physiotherapists recommend Pilates because of its focus on core strength and it's exercise through slow beneficial movement.

Rainham Physiotherapy Centre

 Jav - Rainham Physiotherapy says "The last thing a patient wants is a further injury whilst they are recovering. As Pilates is done slowly, your body will communicate any discomfort immediately, this is when you should stop moving the limb any further. Traditional exercise methods are done at a faster pace and by the time your body says 'enough' it is often too late, further injury has now occurred. We send many of our customers to Liz for remedial recovery exercise through Pilates. I would highly commend Pilates Golf to golfers as an excellent 'warm-up method' prior to playing golf and even as you go around the course, to help avoid injuries"

Pilates Golf is beneficial for:

  • Preparations to play golf (sport)
  • Keeping you warm and flexible on your way around the golf course
  • Preparing for competitions (inc Golf)
  • Improvement of technique for golfers (and any athlete)
  • Injury prevention
  • General body awareness and fitness
  • Tiger Woods coach Butch Harman states "I have gained 25 yards on my swing, through Pilates for Golf"

Pilates Golf helps:

  • Increase strength and flexibility
  • Increase a balance and control of your body
  • Improve postural alignment
  • Create an awareness of and strengthen dynamic stability
  • Improve co-ordination
  • Class members have remarked on how Pilates Golf can relieve stress

Pilates Golf Unique Approach to Exercise and Warm-Up for Golf:

The Pilates method is a unique approach to exercise that develops body awareness, that can improve and change the body's postural and alignment habits, increasing flexibility and ease of movement.

 

Co-founder and Fitness Pilates Instructor Liz Guillon says "Pilates trained instructors need to have a thorough understanding of the anatomy of the human body, to create a comprehensive exercise program for golfers, with the aim of restoring a greater sense of balance throughout the body. Osteopaths, physiotherapists and general practitioners are recommending Pilates as one of the safest forms of exercise today. This holistic approach sets the Pilates Method apart from many other forms of exercise. Pilates Golf has been tailored specifically for Golfers to offer the correct exercise prescription." Liz has been a qualified fitness instructor for 13 years and teaching Fitness Pilates for over nine years, to classes of over 40 class members.Co-founder and Fitness Pilates Instructor Liz Guillon says

"Pilates trained instructors need to have a thorough understanding of the anatomy of the human body, to create a comprehensive exercise program for golfers, with the aim of restoring a greater sense of balance throughout the body. Osteopaths, physiotherapists and general practitioners are recommending Pilates as one of the safest forms of exercise today. This holistic approach sets the Pilates Method apart from many other forms of exercise. Pilates Golf has been tailored specifically for Golfers to offer the correct exercise prescription." Liz has been a qualified fitness instructor for 13 years and teaching Fitness Pilates for over nine years, to classes of over 40 class members.

 

 

Pilates Principles:

  • Concentration – fully focus on each movement to get the most value from it
  • Breathing – correct breathing ensures a good flow of oxygen to the working muscles. It also aids smooth and fluid movement
  • Relaxation – as you relax you will think about how your body feels and by recognising any tension, you can work to release any stress. By learning how to relax properly, Pilates can help you to pre-play (visualise) in your mind the perfect golf swing and follow-through.
  • Quality – correct alignment of the body is important and mastering the correct techniques is the key to achieving results.
  • Flow – all Pilates exercises should be performed in a slow, continuous flowing movement to achieve control and quality.
  • Awareness – you will realise your body’s weaknesses and this will help you to work and improve on them. We are only as strong as our weakest link!
 Pilates Golf - Butch Harmon coach to Tiger Woods

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