I have the entire Mari Winsor pilates 5-video set, and I love it. It works very quickly. Some of the exercises are too hard to do at first, but there is a modified version of each exercise shown, which still create benefit until you're strong enough to do the real exercise. You just need a good exercise mat and plenty of space.
I didn't know Pilates was for guys as well. Unless you are not a guy and you...swing on both sides. Otherwise, I have never seen guys do it. Maybe its just my gym. Or guys don't do it in public.
clegg
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On 2004-07-24 13:43, senatorcbp2 wrote:
might work never tried it. I cant imagine doing it in a class with other people though. Except if the women are really hot.
Clegg,
I agree with you on this one. Pilates was invented by a guy but I wouldn't admit to doing such a thing.
Personal trainer? Why? All they do is charge you for somthing you can learn yourself. I know there are some good ones but I dont use them. If you need one, offer to pay him or her 1/10th of what they are charging. If they really want to help people get in shape they should go for it. If not, find one who will. I think in some states they have made a license needed for this. All thier talk about being healthy...most of them sneek in a high fat snack at least once a week! I say educate yourself on fitness and shame on those who dare charge a fee for thier expertise!
Does that rant sound familiar?
On one of the Mari Winsor videos, there is a guy demonstrating the exercises, but I can see why it seems more like it is meant for women. The exercises definitely target areas that are of concern to women. There are no chest or arm exercises, only stomach and leg.
I also have the Mari Winsor pilates . Its www.great.It gets your core/stomach strong. I do the 20 mins one 3-4 times a week.
Also , abs of steel and taebo. As for the pilates, not only does it work the stomach,it also brought in the love handles on the back.
As for the guys--if you prefer your pride over your gut. Well,thats a personal choice. I do my pilates alone b/c I think there are funny motions too. I'm a female, and I still do it. I don't think it makes you more feminine if you want a six pack though. I guess there are other ways you guys would be more comfortable with.
I take pilates classes at the local Y, so it doesn't cost an arm and a leg. It does work; it really stretches your muscles. I like the classroom over videos, because it motivates me to work harder. The instructors explain everything as they do it and check on your form to make sure you're doing it correctly. I don't think a personal instructor is necessary.
Hi Tompa, I think pilates is a great way to exercise for both men and women. I lift weights and have found a pilates workout inbetween days off from the weights is a perfect combination. Keeps you very limber and stretched out and involves all the muscles. You can also do it in the privacy of your own home .You should try it !
might work never tried it. I cant imagine doing it in a class with other people though. Except if the women are really hot.
Buy the tapes, It works! It is sort of yoga like and it is relaxing as well.
I have the entire Mari Winsor pilates 5-video set, and I love it. It works very quickly. Some of the exercises are too hard to do at first, but there is a modified version of each exercise shown, which still create benefit until you're strong enough to do the real exercise. You just need a good exercise mat and plenty of space.
I didn't know Pilates was for guys as well. Unless you are not a guy and you...swing on both sides. Otherwise, I have never seen guys do it. Maybe its just my gym. Or guys don't do it in public.
clegg
Quote:
On 2004-07-24 13:43, senatorcbp2 wrote:
might work never tried it. I cant imagine doing it in a class with other people though. Except if the women are really hot.
Clegg,
I agree with you on this one. Pilates was invented by a guy but I wouldn't admit to doing such a thing.
Personal trainer? Why? All they do is charge you for somthing you can learn yourself. I know there are some good ones but I dont use them. If you need one, offer to pay him or her 1/10th of what they are charging. If they really want to help people get in shape they should go for it. If not, find one who will. I think in some states they have made a license needed for this. All thier talk about being healthy...most of them sneek in a high fat snack at least once a week! I say educate yourself on fitness and shame on those who dare charge a fee for thier expertise!
Does that rant sound familiar?
On one of the Mari Winsor videos, there is a guy demonstrating the exercises, but I can see why it seems more like it is meant for women. The exercises definitely target areas that are of concern to women. There are no chest or arm exercises, only stomach and leg.
Candace
I also have the Mari Winsor pilates . Its www.great.It gets your core/stomach strong. I do the 20 mins one 3-4 times a week.
Also , abs of steel and taebo. As for the pilates, not only does it work the stomach,it also brought in the love handles on the back.
As for the guys--if you prefer your pride over your gut. Well,thats a personal choice. I do my pilates alone b/c I think there are funny motions too. I'm a female, and I still do it. I don't think it makes you more feminine if you want a six pack though. I guess there are other ways you guys would be more comfortable with.
I take pilates classes at the local Y, so it doesn't cost an arm and a leg. It does work; it really stretches your muscles. I like the classroom over videos, because it motivates me to work harder. The instructors explain everything as they do it and check on your form to make sure you're doing it correctly. I don't think a personal instructor is necessary.
I'm confused, is this a health forum, or an investors forum.....can we stick to what were all here for..... Real Estate?
Thanks :-o
Hi Tompa, I think pilates is a great way to exercise for both men and women. I lift weights and have found a pilates workout inbetween days off from the weights is a perfect combination. Keeps you very limber and stretched out and involves all the muscles. You can also do it in the privacy of your own home .You should try it !