How is the Meridian Flexibility System different from Pilates?
Pilates includes exercises that provide elongation and shortening of muscles with resistance which improves their flexibility and strength. The Meridian Flexibility System (MFS) emphasizes the need to simultaneously contract and elongate each muscle (eccentric contraction) with twice as much force used to strengthen the muscle (concentric contraction). The need for twice the force along with the need to simultaneously move the muscles in various angles, directions, and planes requires a level of sophisticated and customized movements that goes beyond traditional exercise equipment and can only be provided through the assistance of another person(s). Many people who practice Pilates report that RFST allows them to go deeper into their Pilates practice. The focus of Pilates is to strengthen the “powerhouse” (abs and buttocks) and execute exercises which are designed to increase flexibility, strengthen muscles, and improve posture. RFST provides the same benefits to the powerhouse through
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