The Benefits of GYROTONIC®

The GYROTONIC EXPANSION SYSTEM® is a unique system of exercise designed around the human body and total freedom of movement. Due to its numerous benefits, flexibity, and positive results as a body conditioning method, it is currently being used worldwide by people of all ages and all walks of life.

The benefits obtained from participating in regular GYROTONIC® sessions are many. Some of the benefits include:

General Fitness

Articulates and increases mobility of the spine
Increases overall flexibility and range of movement
Encourages healthy joints through improved mobility and support from the surrounding muscles, ligaments and connective tissues
Simultaneously strengthens and stretches the body’s musculature
Stimulates the nervous system
Builds strength in the abdominals
The combination of specific breath patterns with continuous, fluid movements stimulates metabolism and helps burn calories
Develops positive postural patterns
Contributes to a more balanced and energised physique, therefore decreasing the risk of injury
Corrects muscular imbalances in the body
Educational value for children, teaching physical consciousness, dexterity and coordination, improving overall physical and mental health
Helps alleviate problems associated with aging through mental and physical stimulation and regeneration. The low impact exercises simultaneously restore flexibility and build internal strength
Is complementary training for dancers, performing artists, and athletes

Health Conditions

Low impact and soft joint articulation promotes injury prevention and physical rehabilitation
Improves balance and coordination
Relieves back pain
Is a safe and effective form of exercise for ante and post-natal women
Helps to alleviate aches and pains
Helps maintain and can improve bone density
Develops the function and efficiency of the lungs with improvement in circulation
Offers a safe and beneficial form of exercise for a wide range of medical conditions, including high blood pressure, Osteoporosis, Scoliosis, shoulder and neck pain, back pain, Fibromyalgia, tension headaches, and Arthritis.

General Wellbeing

Develops healthy, positive body awareness and self image
The continual ebb and flow created through the movements revitalise and relaxs both the mind and body
Develops healthy breathing patterns
Develops mind-body awareness
Improves quality of life

GYROTONIC®, GYROKINESIS® and GYROTONIC EXPANSION SYSTEM® are registered trademarks of Gyrotonic Sales Corp and are used with their permission.