Studies show that an estimated 60% of Americans
do not receive the recommended amount of
physical exercise per day. It is also estimated
that of those 60% who are not active enough,
there are 25% who are completely inactive
on a daily basis. Being active is crucial
to maintaining a healthy lifestyle and living
a longer life. Perhaps, that’s why so
many people have showed interest in Pilates.
Pilates has taken over the workout world
and has received so much hype because of
the wonders it performs on the body. So
now that you’ve decided to become a part
of the whirlwind, let’s figure out what
you’re going to wear.
Many individuals are confused as to
what types of clothing are most appropriate
for Pilates. Here is a list of criteria
you might want to consider when shopping
for Pilates workout wear:
• Comfortable Clothing - Comfort is
key in Pilates. If you are not comfortable
in what you are wearing you will be self-conscious
and hesitant to perform some of the positions.
• Clothes that are body hugging -
This means clothes that enables you to
breathe and move, but not so loose that
when you move around you are afraid of
your shirt lifting or your tummy showing.
• Light and Airy Clothing - You do
not want to show up to a Pilates class
wearing huge track pants that weigh about
as much as you do. You want your clothes
to breathe. You are going to work up a
sweat and therefore you want the lightest
clothing possible. • Stay Away from
the Extras - Extra detailing, such as
buttons and zippers, can cause discomfort
during your workout and become painful
if they are jammed into you when performing
certain poses.
• Respect Your Classmates - Be respectful
to others in the class and refrain from
wearing any clothing which advertises
sex, drugs, religion or otherwise as it
may be offensive to other individuals
taking the class.
Most of all, be comfortable and have
fun! The clothing you choose is not as
important as the fact that you are improving
your lifestyle, creating a better life
for yourself and setting a better example
for others.
Harriet Spinzer is an avid Pilates enthusiast
who writes as a contributing editor for
http://www.pilatesinsight.com
– a site dedicated to offering information
on things like winsor Pilates, Pilates
exercise and more.
