Adding Pilates to Your Strength Training
Because Pilates does so much to build strength, people often wonder if it qualifies as strength training. And the answer is, ‘sorta.’ Pilates doesn’t provide the same muscle-building potential as…
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How to Get the Most from Your Pilates Reformer Workout
Attending a Pilates reformer class can feel daunting. Especially if you’re brand new to the machine. Yet if you’ve been doing reformer classes for a while and you feel you’re…
Using Pilates-Based Physical Therapy for Joint Health
Physical therapy plays a huge role in restoring and rehabilitating movement for people with joint health issues. But did you know that when it’s combined with Pilates, it can be…
Making New Year’s Resolutions in June
Okay. That sounds weird. New Year’s resolutions in June? To which we say, why not? Because here’s the thing. New Year’s resolutions, while well-intended, can often be a trap. If…
Principles 3-5 in Stott Pilates
There are five basic principles that provide the foundation of Stott Pilates. Every skilled Pilates instructor learns them as they are crucial for performing the exercises safely and effectively. The…
Breathing and Pelvic Placement in Stott Pilates
If you’re not familiar, there are five basic principles that provide the foundation of Stott Pilates. Skilled Pilates instructors teach practitioners these principles as they are crucial for performing the…
What is DOMS?
Did you know there are different kinds of muscle soreness? Acute muscle soreness is the pain you feel during or immediately after a workout. It’s a burning sensation due to…
Which Pilates Class is Right for You
If you’re considering trying out Pilates, you might be wondering which level Pilates class is right for you. Especially when it comes to working on the Pilates reformer. Every Pilates…
Seek Out Pilates-Based Physical Therapy for Neck Pain
Seek Out Pilates-Based Physical Therapy for Neck Pain If you’re struggling with neck pain, then you know how much it can impact every aspect of your life. It may be…
Addressing Sports Injuries with Pilates-Based Physical Therapy
If you’re an athlete, you know the thrill of being in the game. You also know the defeat of getting an injury. Unfortunately, it’s just part of the game. While…