Business owner Eric’s background in construction makes him aware of Man’s need to develop and maintain adequate strength and mobility. The Pilates Method was designed by a man with a sizeable component of the repertoire requiring increased upper body and abdominal strength – areas which men are naturally more suited to.

FIVE REASONS WHY MEN SHOULD DO PILATES

1. Build core strength: the core musculature consists of transverse abdominus (front and sides), multifudus (back), pelvic floor (base/floor) and diaphragm (top/ceiling).

2. Increase flexibility: lengthen hamstring and broaden shoulders.

3. Develop often neglected muscle groups: Some of your muscles dominate your daily movements and are stronger than others. Pilates will bring attention to those muscles that do not typically get hit.

4. Get a back bone: “If your spine is inflexibly stiff at age 30, you are old. If your spine is completely flexible at age 60, you are young.” Joseph Pilates

5. Have better sex: The base of the core musculature consists of  pelvic floor muscles. Men who practise pilates have increased control of this region.

What our clients say

I was recommended to try Pilates by my Physiotherapist - the best advice I have received. The team at Zest Pilates not only "fixed" my body pain but they taught me how to look after myself and improve my health. Most of us men think we are "bullet proof" and can manage exercise "our way" but when someone takes the time (and shows the patience!) to show & explain what core strength & correct posture actually is - and challenge us on how to use it in exercise - the improvements become noticeable and most welcome! As a fitness professional myself, I know how important it is to have someone listen to us, understand how our body is feeling and then tailor the session to improve how we are feeling, whilst challenging us to learn and achieve new things.

Thanks Eric and all of the fantastic Zest Pilates instructors I have had!

James Mulcare