Adult Cardio Mat Pilates

What is Pilates?
Pilates is an exercise that helps improve muscle imbalances, strengthen the core muscles in the waist and abdomen, enhance posture, and prevent chronic strain! The goal of Pilates is to enhance core strength, flexibility, and posture while promoting the unity of body and mind. It includes exercises performed in sitting, supine, prone, and standing positions, using body weight and specific training tools such as mats, balls, and straps to assist practice.

Benefits of Pilates:
Rehabilitation therapy
Strengthening core muscles
Enhancing strength and flexibility Improving breathing
Developing long and lean muscles
Alleviating pain in the lower back, shoulders, and back Relieving headaches
Improving sleep quality Addressing postpartum issues like urinary incontinence and frequent urination
Mat Aerobic Pilates is a fundamental type of Pilates. It is performed primarily on the floor without the need for equipment or large apparatus—just a yoga mat!

Class Notes and Preparation:
Avoid eating one to two hours before exercising.
Bring your own yoga mat, water, and a towel for sweat.
Wear flexible clothing (stretchy pants or fitness leggings are ideal).
Inform the instructor of any special conditions before class.

Instructor Introduction: Chen Pin-An (“Xiao Ai” Teacher) is from Taiwan and has over 25 years of teaching experience! She is currently the head of Narnia Dance Studio in Taiwan and a Pilates instructor at the Grace Taiwanese Church in New Zealand.

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