This method is for anyone and everyone. We have clients ranging from 11 to mid eighties, from fit to injured, and from the general public to professional athletes and dancers, both men and women, who frequent On Center Conditioning. Although this method has had a great impact on the dance community since the mid-1920's it was never intended exclusively for dancers. Joe Pilates himself was not a dancer and worked with a wide range of people. We like to say three times a week or more is optimum, twice a week is adequate, and once a week is simply not enough.
Consistency is key to seeing results.
While everybody is different, and responds at a different rate, it is possible to see results almost immediately. However, it will take about 6 weeks before true physiological changes take place. Pilates is generally known as a gentle and user friendly form of conditioning. Many of the exercises can be performed in a non weight-bearing mode. Stress can be completely alleviated from the spine, pelvic girdle, knees, shoulders, and other joints.