You can prevent injury with Pilates. There are a variety of reasons why and I’ll explain each one in this post. I will also explain how you can do Pilates when injured. Pilates strengthens the whole body. The exercises move the spine in all directions as well as strengthen the smaller muscles. When you’re puttingContinueContinue reading “How to prevent injury with Pilates”
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When to Breathe during Pilates
One of the questions I am often asked is when do I breathe? Overall I hope that you keep breathing during Pilates. It is an important part of the movements and if you do the breathing backward, that’s ok! It’s a lot to understand when first doing Pilates and I’ve struggled with breathing as well.ContinueContinue reading “When to Breathe during Pilates”
Tips for Your Roll Up
The roll up is an exercise that sometimes can feel as smooth as melted butter and other days can feel like a rocky road. The days where it feels complicated are frustrating. When I started Pilates I had days where I felt the same. The question on my mind was, ‘why did it feel soContinueContinue reading “Tips for Your Roll Up”
Try this Exercise to Release Stress & Tension
Do you currently experience stress during your workday or daily life? The situation we’re in can be tough and if you find yourself having extra stress, you’re not alone. Stress can be the cause of low back pain in addition to movement patterns and it’s affecting your psoas. There are a few simple ways toContinueContinue reading “Try this Exercise to Release Stress & Tension”
Why is Imagery Used in Pilates?
During your Pilates session online or in person, you will notice the use of imagery. Imagery is visualizations for how your body moves, looks, and feels. These images help you do the movement with ease. They enhance your movement just like the way spices enhance your food. While doing a private session you can’t alwaysContinueContinue reading “Why is Imagery Used in Pilates?”