The Designed for Athletes program is specifically designed to re-balance and re-align the musculoskeletal system by performing body-weight and mobility exercises based on Pilates and yoga principles. These methods include muscle-specific endurance exercises, static stretching and breath control - all of which are of great benefit to athletes who perform repetitive sport-specific movements that often lead to muscular imbalances and injury. Exercises are tailored to suit the personal requirements of either individuals or teams* and each program is created to further enhance existing sports training regimes; it can be designed to serve as either a recovery or a conditioning program. Designed for Athletes forms part of and is a complement to sports training.
Benefits
Strengthens phasic muscles
Lengthens tonic muscles and connective tissues
Improves musculoskeletal alignment, balance and range of motion
Increases joint stability
Assists the process of muscular recovery and repair
Decreases the rate of injury
Enhances postural alignment and bodily-kinaesthetic intelligence
Promotes breath awareness and control
* In the case that athletes are currently working with coaches, physiotherapists and/or performance specialists these individuals will be consulted prior to the commencement of the Designed for Athletes program
