Pilates was designed by a German born gymnast and boxer named Joseph Pilates. His exercise system emphasized the development of the core muscle groups (the spine, abdominals, hips and lower back).

For men over 50 years of age, prostate cancer is one of the most common diseases. Its believed
that the atrophy (deterioration) of the pelvic floor muscles is a major factor. By practicing Pilates,
the muscles can be effectively strengthened, and as a result, the risk of prostate cancer lessened.

It’s spring, and a great time of year for getting started on a healthy eating regimen. There are vital benefits to fresh, wholesome food like salads, which are full of live nutrients to support your digestion, lift your spirits and make you feel alive.

In addition to taking care of your body with regular exercise, you can take in the cleansing and
healing power of healthy nutrients!

The time has come – out with the old and in with the new! Revive and renew your body, mind, and soul with Simply Symmetria Pilates + Health!
Pilates can give you the boost you need to jump back on the workout wagon.

Spring-forward-pilatesGentle but challenging, Pilates encourages mental focus, body awareness, increases flexibility and strength, while improving posture and enhancing overall mobility. The benefits of Pilates range from helping elite athlete’s maximize their potential, to the everyday person who is simply looking for a great full-body core workout or an ease to muscle imbalance or injury.

If the long, bleak winter has you feeling blue, cheer up—a sunnier disposition could be as close as your refrigerator. While the effect food has on our physical health is undeniable, research is connecting food to our emotional health as well. The following 10 foods have mood-lifting properties that may help you shake off the winter blahs…

The 2010 Winter Olympics will promote the health and wellness benefits of participation in sport to an estimated 3 billion television viewers worldwide. According to the Public Health Agency of Canada, physical activity is a necessity for good health. Inactivity is as dangerous to our health as smoking.

Regular exercise is a key determinant of health for people of all ages, and getting involved in sport has been proven to greatly improve quality of life. While exercise can be as simple as taking a walk, cleaning the house, or hitting the gym—for many people participating in sports is the ultimate exercise, acting as the perfect blend of mental recreation and physical activity for enhancing their individual health and wellness…