Pilates: A Powerhouse Surprise

I decided that I should try Pilates again. Years ago I bought a couple of Pilates videos, tried them, but decided they were not for me. Some of the exercises were too difficult and some were too boring. I couldn't bring myself to work at doing them. I stopped using these videos, letting them sit on the bookshelf, never touched for years.

With my attempts to transform my body I needed to make a concerted effort to improve my physical fitness in certain areas. I always enjoyed walking, but strength training and working on my abs seemed to get sloughed off.

I noticed that the Pilates instructor at my gym really looked fit and trim. Perhaps it was the Pilates? Maybe I could force myself to try Pilates again, if it would bring the results I wanted. I wasn't ready to try the hour long class at the gym, but I decided to try the videos again at home.

I started with the 20 minute basic workout. Quite unexpectedly, it was actually fun to do. Then I went on to the advanced, one hour version. It is more challenging to be sure. Several exercises including the Teaser, Neck Pull, and Hip Circles will take some time to perform well. However, after using the tapes several times I can already see progress on many of the exercises. And best of all, I like doing this program. I especially like Rolling Like a Ball, the Rollover and the Seal. It sure feels like I at getting a workout, but I'm having fun! I don't need to "force" myself to do this workout.

Sometimes it is good to consider trying something again. You might just change your mind!

Exercise you once weren't keen on may at some point be fun. I guess one's motivation changes and perhaps, one's level of fitness can influence what you like to do. So go ahead, try something "new", or maybe try something "old", even if you decided long ago that you didn't like it. What do you have to lose? You just might find that you love it!