Reason’s Why Your Kid Should do Pilates!
We often talk about Pilates being fantastic for adults, but what about children?
In general, Pilates is an exercise mode that fosters learning controlled movement and muscle recruitment patterns, improves posture and dynamic stability, and increases muscular strength and range of motion. “Pilates is complete coordination of body, mind and spirit”- Joseph Pilates. Pilates provides children with a solid foundation for learning vital motor skills, which can in turn enhance their overall physical and cognitive development throughout their childhood and adolescence. Research has found Pilates to improve muscular strength, flexibility, postural control, and core strength for children. It has also been found to improve overall functional ability, health related quality of life, and reduce pain in children
with musculoskeletal conditions.
Other reasons why we love Pilates for kids:
- Improves coordination and skill acquisition which can transfer to other activities
- Supported by scientific evidence
- A non-impact, controlled, and safe environment
- Encourages movement and physical activity, reduces screen time
- Encourages social interaction and improves self-esteem and confidence
- Helps to develop core strength and postural awareness which can assist with improving sporting skills e.g. speed and jumping ability
- Reduces stress levels and improves overall mental health
- Improves gross motor skills
- Healthy growth of muscles and bones
Importantly, Pilates can be jam packed with fun and exciting exercises to encourage kids to love moving!
Our Accredited Exercise Physiologists at True North Wellness are qualified to design and deliver Pilates sessions that focus upon helping children to develop confidence with movement, assist with improving key developmental milestones, and address your child’s individual needs.