The benefits of exercise are multifaceted. A rush of feel-good endorphins, increased energy, stress relief, and not to forget weight loss! These are just a few of the many perks associated with regular movement of our bodies.
It’s fair to say, many of us are time-poor, so when we find the time to exercise, we want to make sure we are ticking as many health benefits as we can.
Yogalates is thought of as fusion exercise. Traditional Eastern practice blends with the modern West, creating a perfectly harmonised, holistic practice. One which focuses on strength, balance, and mind-body-connection. Lisa Wilson, physiotherapist, and co-founder of Be Yogalates explains what the difference is between yoga and yogalates.
What is yoga?
Originating in ancient India, yoga looks at the body as a whole, not just physicality, but also breath-control, meditation, strength, and balance. Traditionally, yoga’s considered quite a spiritual practice, but you’ll find many variations at studios, parks, and gyms all over the world. By regularly practising yoga you can expect to feel much more in touch with your mind and body. You’ll feel stronger, less stressed, build muscle, lose weight, reduce pain, and improve you posture.
What is Pilates?
Founded by Joseph Pilates in the 1920s, Pilates is a low-impact, slow burner workout. There’s a big emphasis on core work, as well as strengthening smaller muscles. These muscles typically don’t get the same attention in gym workouts but are equally as important to train to stay strong and avoid injury.
Pilates isn’t about rushing to see how many sit-ups you can do – the focus is on control, technique, and precision. You’ll be surprised how much more effective your workout is when this is kept in mind.
Benefits of combining the two.
Both practices sound great, right? When combining both yoga and Pilates you’re left with Yogalates: a dynamic practice focusing on functional movement and entire body wellness. That’s why yogalates is the most popular fusion practice. When you combine yoga and Pilates, you’re getting all the important benefits of both yoga and Pilates, all in the one practice. Perfect for people with a busy schedule looking to strengthen up, increase flexibility and balance, decrease stress, lose weight, increase mindfulness and reduce everyday aches and pains.
Yogalates
With a mix of yoga, Pilates, meditation, and dance, yogalates is the perfect holistic practice for everyone, even beginners! Each nourishing flow sequence is adapted to all physical levels and tailored personally to injuries, so you get an energising, strengthening and rejuvenating practice.
Fusing two brilliant practices together ensures you receive all the great benefits of both yoga and Pilates. If you’re looking for a rejuvenating class which focuses on the spiritual, mental, and of course physical, look no further than Be Yogalates. Offering online classes for all fitness levels, allowing you to exercise on your time, anywhere. Sign up for a 7-day free trial and say hello to a happier, stronger, and more energised you.
