In this ‘sound bite’ generation, practicing the exacting system of Classical Pilates has never been more appreciated or necessary—and the world is finally taking notice
Every day, I see this reality in action: I see people choose to exercise because for that one hour that they're in class, they focus internally on specific movements—instead of ruminating—to learn the system of Pilates.
Over time they memorise a set sequence of exercises and go deeper into their bodies, refining the details of each action. They leave the studio feeling mentally refreshed, as well as physically worked out. For the rest of the day, their bodies simply move better and mental focus improves. Over time, they walk taller, look leaner and feel less pain or stiffness in the joints.
Out of your head and into your body
Flex Studio has long been known as the centre for Classical Pilates in Hong Kong, during which time we have witnessed countless clients' evolution to becoming physically and mentally stronger people.
It’s a far cry from the "I have a gym membership, I just never go" mentality, and that's largely thanks to having such a rigorous system in place. Clients learn from long-proven basics and build on those skills; becoming part of a global ‘posse’ of people who share this passionate practice of Classical Pilates.
Whether they are runners, tennis players, golfers, swimmers, dancers, teens or adults with ADHD—or someone who simply likes working out—for that one hour or so they are solely focused on their sequences, and not ‘in their head' overrun with distractions and thoughts.
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During a choreographed Classical Pilates flow class, transitions between exercises are built in so the body never stops moving and the mind stays focused on the next movement. As a result, the body and brain work are perfectly in sync.
