Pilates – More Than Just Fitness

Pilates is now a common feature in many gyms. But did you know that it's also playing an increasingly important role in physiotherapy? Studies show that Pilates can help relieve pain and improve mobility and stability – in everyday life as well as in sports.

Stay Safe This Winter – Prevent Snow Sport Injuries with Pilates

The cold months and ski season are just around the corner. As wonderful as winter sports are, they unfortunately come with a risk of injury. The knees, head, shoulders, and thumbs are particularly susceptible.

A good combination of muscular strength and body awareness (known as proprioception, which is the perception of your body's movements) is crucial for preventing injuries. This is where Pilates comes in: it strengthens your deep muscles and improves your body control. This not only makes you safer on the slopes, but also gives you more enjoyment and makes you feel better in your body.

Stay Young with a Flexible Spine

Joseph Pilates once said: “You are only as young as your spine is flexible.” And he was right. A mobile, strong spine not only helps against back pain, but also gives you more confidence in your everyday life – for example, when bending, twisting, or lifting.

Pilates trains exactly that: your spine becomes more flexible, your posture improves, and you get a better feel for your body. Whether on the mat or on special equipment, there are suitable exercises for every need. And best of all, your connective tissue (the fascia) also benefits, which can have a positive effect on your overall health.

Strengthen Shoulders with the Pilates Reformer

Do you often have tension in your neck or problems with your shoulder? Poor posture or too much sitting can cause tension in your shoulders and back. Pilates can help improve your posture and specifically strengthen your shoulder muscles.

With the Pilates Reformer – a special training device – you will learn to move and control your shoulders better again. The exercises are adapted to your training level and help you to go through everyday life freely and without discomfort.

Pilates for Healthy Legs – Even After Injuries

Pilates is not only suitable for prevention, but also for rehabilitation – for example, after knee injuries or operations. The Pilates Reformer in particular allows exercises to be designed in such a way that you can train slowly, safely, and individually – depending on which phase of your healing you are in.

From relieving training to challenging movements, Pilates accompanies you step by step back into everyday life – or even back into sports.

Training with the Pilates Arc™ – Variety Guaranteed

The Pilates Arc™ is a versatile training device that is particularly well suited for spinal mobilization and strengthening. It supports your back during movements and its special design brings new stimuli to your training – perfect if you want to improve your balance, strength, and flexibility. Also ideal for group classes!

Pilates in Physiotherapy – Targeted, Gentle, Effective

More and more physiotherapists are using Pilates as an integral part of their treatment. With targeted exercises – some with equipment, some on the mat – you can strengthen muscles, relieve pain, and increase your mobility.

The special thing is that Pilates is not about speed or sweat, but about control, precision, and body awareness. This helps you to perform movements more consciously and understand your body better – a huge advantage if you have back pain, for example, or want to get fit again after an injury.

Conclusion: Pilates Adapts to You – Not the Other Way Around

Whether you want to get fitter, prevent injuries, or recover from an operation, Pilates can support you on your way. You don't need any previous knowledge or special fitness – just a little curiosity and desire to move.

If you would like to learn more or simply try out Pilates, please contact one of our PILATES.CH partner studios:

Bea Eggimann – Pilates-Bern

Certified Pilates Teacher and Art of Motion Lecturer and Examination Expert

https://www.pilates-bern.ch/de/

LaBriece Ochsner – LB-Pilates Grenchen

Pilates Master Teacher and Balanced Body Senior Educator

https://lb-pilates.ch/welcome/

Michael Brunner - Spirit Studio Basel
Sports instructor and training manager Polestar Pilates Switzerland
https://www.spirit-studio.ch