Welcome to Julian Littleford Body Conditioning
Philosophy
At our studio, located just north of San Diego, in Del Mar, CA, we welcome each new client by offering a private session with Julian Littleford to evaluate and personalize the best approach for a healthy and safe exercise program. It is important to us that you receive the individual attention and care you need to maximize your exercise time.
This system is designed to work the body as a total unit, encompassing proper physical alignment. It is modified to suit your goals and to enhance your Pilates experience. Most importantly, you will achieve mental & physical well being, while seeing and feeling quick results. Pilates is a perfect complement to any physical therapy program.
System
The exercise program taught is Julian Littleford’s personal system of Pilates body conditioning. This program has been developed over many years and combines his physical workouts with the theories of the late Joseph H. Pilates.
Most exercises are performed in a non-weight bearing position, allowing for little or no impact to the joints. Various apparatus and springs are used to create resistance and better muscle control. As one becomes stronger, the exercises become more advanced without increasing resistance or repetitions.
The emphasis is always placed on a strong supported center body, correct alignment, and a precise breathing pattern, which helps to reduce lactic acid build up in muscles. In turn, this greatly reduces soreness during or after a session. As the "core" or intrinsic muscles of the body become stronger, one's posture improves and the body is able to function without stress and pain. Large, more bulky muscle mass may become leaner and better defined, while smaller intrinsic muscles become stronger giving one a fine conditioned, balanced body and improved fitness level.