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Pilates is a principal of fitness for men and women of all ages. Our unique range of Pilates equipment leaves no excuse for beginners, or the injured to try this intense activity. Pilates was developed by Joseph Pilates in the 1920s, to rehabilitate prisoners of war with severe physical trauma. The principles of Pilates allow the individual to improve balanced development of the body through core strength, flexibility and awareness of the body, so that efficient supple movements are adopted. For most Pilates beginners, props such as a foam roller will be useful. The Pilates props help to ease your body into difficult poses by stretching, aligning and easing the body without strain or injury. The Pilates blocks are made of high density foam; are durable, non toxic and light weight. There are a range of Pilate’s blocks to choose from; you can for instance use a smaller block for under your head. This raises your head in a reclining posture in order to gain correct neck and spinal alignment. If you use a larger block underneath the pelvis, this levels the pelvis for better postures throughout the class. There are many benefits to practicing Pilates; you become stronger, longer, leaner and far more able to do all you need to with grace and ease. The exercises have been established to be easily modified, so that the workout is safe and challenging at each individual’s level. Core muscles are the deep internal muscles of the abdomen and back. When the core muscles are strong, it works in tandem with the trunk muscles to support the spine and movement. Making sure that your back and stomach areas are active will make you energetic and more agile, whilst also improving your flexibility in the Pilates class. If you have a back injury, you will find that pain decreases, because the stability of the core muscles is activated and continually in use. If you are a looking for a new addition to your range of Pilates fitness equipment, get to McSport.ie now. We have procured a wide variety of foam blocks for your perusal.