PILATES FOR MUSICIANS

Pilates for Musicians: Musicians should think of themselves as athletes. The entire body, including muscles used in performance are put under constant stress while performing. The orchestral or chamber musician often performs two or more hours of continuous playing. In addition, playing most instruments requires asymmetrical stances. Think of the violinist, cellist, harpist or flutist. All of these players make compromises to adjust to the physical dimensions of their instrument and to playing it. In order to maintain a high performance level, all Musicians need a program that can correct muscle imbalances, strengthen the Core and stabilizer Muscles and prevent the Repetitive Strain Injuries that plague many Musicians. Classical Pilates is a phenomenal exercise program for Musicians and can help Musicians prolong their career indefinitely. A Pilates Program includes exercises to restore trunk and pelvic stability, flexibility, muscle balance, strength, endurance and efficient breathing patterns. Pilates will also help to increase performing efficiency by allowing the Musician to play with more freedom and ease as well as decrease excessive stress and prevent injuries. Benefits of Pilates for Musicians: Improves Performance Prolongs your playing career Builds core strength Improves breath efficiency and control Improves posture, allowing more efficient use of trunk and upper extremities Increases playing endurance through trunk and shoulder stability Allows more freedom, ease and flow in performance with less fatigue Alleviates chronic pain and tension by improving posture and spinal alignment Reduces risk of repetitive strain injuries by creating functional muscle balance Get Started by calling Premier Pilates & Yoga at 914-235-1250 and schedule your first appointment today. You will be well on your way to increased freedom and ease in performing for years to come.