Pg. 28 2025-26 Health & Wellness Magazine Lincoln Daily News There are also ways Pilates can improve your physical and mental health. As far as physical health, Tappy said Pilates “gets you out of the sedentary mode, helps increase blood flow and provides a more freeing lifestyle.” Additionally, Tappy said Pilates exercises release endorphins and a healthy boost of oxytocin both of which can improve mental health. Studies have shown that endorphins can help block pain, improve immune function and create pleasure. The oxytocin hormone in our bodies is released through the pituitary gland and can help reduce stress and help improve our moods. Tappy said Pilates can also reduce brain fog plus increase cognitive abilities and problem solving skills. For someone looking at ways to reduce back or joint pain, Tappy said Pilates can be helpful. Pilates exercises are good for rehabilitation as these exercises help people gain flexibility and ease their pain. Tappy said there are two different types of Pilates people do. One is on an exercise mat and the other is done using Pilates Reformer equipment. As the Imago Dei Pilates site says, “mat Pilates uses only a mat and your body weight for resistance, while Reformer Pilates uses spring-based resistance machines.” Another fact listed on the site says, “Pilates is low-impact and highly adaptable, making it great for all ages, fitness levels, and body types.” If you want to become more flexible and strengthen your core, posture and confidence, consider enrolling in one of the classes at Imago Dei Pilates Studio. Through doing Pilates, you may experience many life-changing benefits. [Angela Reiners] Sources: Imagopilates.com Robinson, Kara Mayer and Alyson Powell Key. “Pilates.” WebMD. 02 May 2024. https:// www.webmd.com/fitness-exercise/what-ispilates The Reformery. “From Contrology to Modern Fitness: The Evolution of Pilates.” thereformerynewyork.com
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