Pilates Questions?
Pilates Questions?
Pilates Frequently Asked Questions
As a person gets started with Pilates or grows their practice, there are always questions. We try to answer them here. Ask us if you don’t see the answer to your question!
Pilates targets the layer of muscles that provides stability and support to larger muscles, so the result is lengthening and strengthening of muscles, and improved balance, stability, posture, and flexibility. Learn More
Yes, because Pilates targets the deep intrinsic layer of muscle and learning to control your arms and legs by using your breath and your core, people experience better control and efficiency in every day movements, and increased performance in sports or social activities. Learn More
Fascia is connective tissue, like webbing that runs continuously throughout the body, and it is a necessary to keep fascia hydrated and to hydrate it, it has to accesses and releases. Hydrated fascia leads to better movement of the body. Because the load in Pilates isn’t heavy, but the postural connection is, Pilates integrates fascial movement. Pilates can incorporate fascial release or fascial release techniques can be introduced separately and deliberately. Learn More
Practice practice practice. It takes time to get more out of Pilates. Be patient with yourself. If you have been taking Pilates and want more benefit from the effort you are already making, finding a studio or trainer that offers private sessions will help to customize your efforts to your goals. Slowing down can also be beneficial and can boost your ability to focus on movements and breathing. Learn More
Find a trainer and a studio that delivers the Pilates Method as it was intended: controlled and measured. Be sure the trainers offer you one-on-one sessions to help you learn the basic principles and essential repertoire of the Pilates Method. With a few one-on-one sessions you can safely become ready for classes. Be wary of studios that just usher you in to a class setting without any prior experience. Learn More
No, as Lagree is focused on bodybuilding. What we offer at Pilates Loft has a broader benefit and can enhance everything from posture to athletic performance. Learn More.
Solidcore is a Minnesota-local sister methodology to Lagree. While Solidcore advertises offering a “Pilates base”, it is not Pilates, and does not bring the broader benefit that Pilates can and does provide. Learn More.
No. The location does not include childcare facilities or a waiting area appropriate for children. Membership is offered to those over the age of 18, and all members are welcome.
Yes! Pilates benefits any physical activity you want to do, but in particular will support your strength training efforts. This is because Pilates focuses on strengthening the body’s framework, which in turn allows you to go further with strength training overall, and do so safely and with a better foundation. Are you interested in wrapping strength training and Pilates together, in a combination class? Try Supersets!
All adults can benefit from Pilates, at any age. In particular, Pilates improves body awareness by strengthening postural muscles, which is a benefit to anyone whether just in daily activity, or in specific physical training or pursuits. There’s also a benefit as we age, where Pilates, and particular classes and exercises, can support areas such as bone density and balance, reducing injury risk and improving body strength in daily life.
Yes, all private sessions expire in 6 months. All sessions are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Yes. All group classes is part of membership pricing. These are billed monthly and expire at the end of each billing cycle.
We try to never cancel classes.
We know storms are coming, and if you don’t want to risk it, we ask that you take yourself out of classes 24 hours prior to avoid late canceling charges. Then if it’s not as bad as they predict, you can always put yourself back in. Classes are likely never full on a snowy day.
If you are sick, we don’t want you here, we want you to get better. While exercise is important, rest is more important when you’re under the weather. Contact us so that we can cancel your session or class without penalty.
It is recommended to practice Pilates 2-3 times per week for general improvements in strength and flexibility. For more specific goals like muscle building or weight loss, ask your instructor. Learn more.
Most people notice improvements in strength, flexibility, and posture within 2-3 months of consistent practice. However, some benefits may be felt sooner. Learn more.
It’s a mixed level format, meaning that people of varying levels and abilities can take the class. Essential, intermediate, and advanced options may be given. Learn More
Mixed Reformer offers a broad range of essential through advanced techniques in a mixed-ability setting. Instead of simply taking an intermediate class, you can focus on where you are at, at your own pace, in this class. Learn More
Mixed Reformer allows people of all levels to learn preps and progressions appropriate for their own level. Repertoire will be essential, intermediate and advanced preps. It’s not a race! Enjoy the process. Read more about mixed reformer classes here or connect with your instructor for readiness and placement.
To avoid injury and grasp a solid foundation of Pilates, we ask people who have never taken Pilates before to take our Studio Starter. If you’ve taken Pilates before just email us to schedule a time to come in, see our space, meet a trainer, try a reformer, and allow us assess if you’re ready for a group work.
We are not a drop in studio. To take group classes, we require connecting with us via email first to discuss your experience. From there we can determine next steps for you personally.