Menopause Secrets: Why Focussing On Your Core Can Be A Game-Changer !

Let's talk about balance & core strength...

Pilates or Yoga...well the good news is you don't have to choose between the two as both are highly recommended.

If you're part of the population that has embraced one or both of these disciplines then you are doing your body an enormous favour.

If you haven't tried them yet then give them a whirl alongside other movement/exercise you're doing.

You might be sitting there thinking —does she think I have 48 hours in a day. I can guarantee if you haven't tried one of them yet, once you do, you won't look back!

So what's all the fuss about...

Pilates and yoga both teach the important connection between physical and mental health, alongside adding in spiritual and meditative elements as well. Within both disciplines there are different types so it's always a good idea to try a few different classes to find the one that suits you and to find a teacher whose on a similar wave length.

Yoga originated in India over 5000 years ago, whereas Pilates is relatively young in comparison, the original exercises and moves being created by Joseph Pilates in the mid 20th century, becoming popular when the world of dance embraced them, shortly followed by sports professionals.

They both help to develop strength, balance, flexibility and posture. Good breathing techniques are incorporated into both and when you've done them for a while you will realise that they also focus on centreing, precision and control – resulting in providing your body with high levels of physical, mental and spiritual well being.

Great stress relievers.

Research shows that after 10 weeks of pilates training people were found to have an increase in memory performance and other cognitive functions…and don't forget...both are absolutely brilliant for your pelvic floors, I know, but had to have a mention! Whilst I'm on the topic try and do them 3 times a day…no excuse for not doing them...you can do them anywhere, any time any place! But, try and choose a time of day when you regularly do them and don't forget to pulse...shorter ones as well as longer ones…variety is the spice of life...https://squeezyapp.com/

A few benefits of Pilates and Yoga:

• Help physical, mental and spiritual well being

• Help balance, flexibility and posture which long term helps reduce risk of falling and fractures

• Helps bone density

• Strengthens muscles

• Strengthens and develops a strong core

• Reduces stress levels

• Helps to promote better sleep patterns

• Energising

I know an absolute no-brainer to try!

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