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You've probably been hearing about "core" exercises and Pilates
for quite a while and are probably doing it once to thrice a
week, you've probably used different DVD's, different styles
techniques and different equipment just to get that great body
that everybody is drooling about. Hearing of all this, you've
probably heard of the Ever present Pilates Ring, the non bulky,
and cheaper alternative to all of those bulky machines.
The Pilates ring of course, as its name says, is used in the
practice of Pilates, specifically for Winsor Pilates. Winsor
Pilates makes use of low intensity workouts that work on the
"core" of the body. By core it means the muscles in the abdomen,
back and pelvis. As these are low intensity, these can be done
even by those who are of weak health status. But just because it
is low intensity doesn't mean it'll take a long time for
results, or won't have results, in fact Winsor Pilates promise
results in a month, when it is used three days a week. Wisnor
Pilates is distributed on DVDs.
A Pilates ring however, aside from being used to tone the
buttocks and the abdominal and pelvic muscles can also be used
to specifically target muscles in the leg, pecs, lats, triceps
and biceps. It is an all around exercise accessory that everyone
should have. To change position, you can reposition the ring in
either your arms or your legs, whatever location it is that you
want to tone and improve, and basically and squeezing it. But
there is more to a Pilates ring than merely squeezing; anything
done wrongly can cause injury, especially when exercising, so
before you start, try to consult a certified Pilates instructor.
Pilates rings also have different brand names, and depending on
the manufacturer, different resistances. Some manufacturers
offer a line of different resistances; some offer just one line
with one resistance. It is suggested that you get those that
have varied resistances so that you're your body has been used
and toned at a certain level; you can further increase your
workout by increasing the resistance of the Pilates ring. Some
rings have a stronger resistance for a harder workout; some have
lighter resistance for a lighter workout. Just remember, make
sure that you can take the resistance before rushing into it.
Anything, no matter how foolproof can be dangerous if used
incorrectly, in short, you might get injured if you use too much
resistance. Again, try to consult a certified Pilates instructor
before changing resistances.
Pilates rings, boast of foam padded grips for the comfort of the
user, these are the parts that make actual contact with the part
of the body, making the exercise more comfortable than if done
without one. Pilates rings are made of lightweight material, and
may be brought with you anywhere, to the gym or at home or
during travel.
The Pilates ring is only one of the few accessories, or if you
must, equipment that Winsor Pilates incorporates into its
program for a better workout. However, you don't really need a
Pilates program to be able to use a Pilates ring. Although the
ring was made especially for this program, the Pilates ring
itself can be incorporated into any other type of exercise
program that you currently have, providing that you consult with
your instructor.
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