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September 29th, 2009 by Stella Smith

Pilates is meant for long term use. You are a beginner now, but if you start out the right way you will be amazed at the benefits and that you will be doing it for the rest of your life. You know this form of exercise is really unique. For 50 years people have been having results with Pilates and they probably will for 50 or 150 more. So get set for a proven and long lasting way to get your body in a good place.

Start with a certified pilates instructor. Maybe you can’t afford an instructor in the long term, but you can start off with one for a few sessions to make sure that you are using proper techniques. Someone who has been helping people do Pilates for years may have an important perspective for you. If you can, make sure and get off on the right foot.

If you are going to start training using a DVD or Online Instruction, make sure that the person is highly qualified with a proven method that will reduce your risk of injury.

You don’t want to start out your Pilates career with an injury. Understand all warnings and warm ups that have to do with your specific routine.

If you want a good, low cost way to get into Pilates, try mat classes. The cost is as low as free! And you can find out if Pilates is for you.

Don’t try to start off fast. In other words, don’t jump to an intermediate level, or you may end up giving up before you find out how great Pilates really is.

This is about strength, flexibility and balance; it is not just to look better. Though it will do that, too. So, be prepared for many different kinds of benefits.

There are so many forms of exercise that come and go. So many that people only do when they are young. Pilates has been around for decades and can be done for a persons entire life.