Love cycling but want to mix it up? Learn how Pilates in Kansas City at Pilates 1901 can support your cycling performance!
Cycling is an excellent sport for increased cardiovascular fitness, increased muscle strength, decreased stress levels, and decreased body fat levels. Kansas City offers great bike paths for the avid cyclist, along with cycling groups, races, and spin classes. But did you know that Pilates is also a great way to support your cycling regimen? If you’re looking for a fun new way to add variety to your workout routine, try a Pilates class in Kansas City at Pilates 1901. Read on to learn more about how Pilates in Kanas City can make you an even better cyclist!
While some Pilates classes are focused on mat work, others use specially designed equipment (like the reformer) to strengthen the body’s core and improve flexibility. Because cycling focuses on similar goals, Pilates and Cycling are a match made in heaven!
One of the most important ways in which Pilates in Kansas City can help to support your cycling endeavors is to promote a healthy posture. Pilates has always been about working the body while maintaining correct postural alignment. Cyclists often suffer from rounded shoulders and forward head postures. The movements you learn in Pilates will help to realign your spine and limbs.
Cyclists also sometimes suffer from tight calves, hip flexors, hamstrings, and low back muscles. Let Pilates stretch out and lengthen your muscles. It will feel great!
While cycling is great for cardio and full leg workouts, some cyclists have core weakness and less strength in the upper torso and abdomen. Pilates is focused on working the whole body, so it’s a perfect compliment to your cycling routine.
View the complete class schedule at Pilates 1901 here, or get started by registering for classes online. We can’t wait to see you!
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