Yogalates

The Benefits for Mind and Body

Yogalates is a fusion of yoga and Pilates as a modern type of yoga exercises for the western world that is mainly focused around physical health benefits. Yogalates exercises incorporate simpler forms of body postures suitable for people who find traditional yoga poses difficult. Yogalates combine two proven types of exercises simultaneously, showcasing the benefits of both yoga and Pilates to incorporate core-stabilized workouts with static poses. Yogalates utilizes deep breaths, which encourages consciousness of breathing during movement in a bid to assist the mind and body. Yoga generally promotes flexibility and relaxation while Pilates enhances motion and strengthening of muscles as well as improving overall body posture.

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