The Beauty of Pilates During Perimenopause/Menopause
Let’s face it. Perimenopause and menopause can just plain suck for many women. You may feel tired, stressed, anxious, brain-foggy, and/or low in mood. Your joints may ache. And let’s…
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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…
Can Pilates Help with the Most Common Foot Problems?
Without going into too much detail, the simple answer to that question is yes. Some of the most common foot problems can, when properly addressed, be alleviated through a Pilates…
Is There a Best Time to Do Pilates?
Whether you’re brand new to Pilates or are a seasoned practitioner, you may be wondering whether there is a best time to do Pilates. The short answer is no. Honestly,…
What Is Eccentric Muscle Contraction in Pilates?
You may have never given much thought to the multiple jobs your muscles perform. Like many other parts of the body, you may just take them for granted. Along with…
A Guide to Pilates Terms (H-Z)
As mentioned in our last post, learning Pilates is also a matter of understanding the language behind the practice. There are many terms that may initially sound foreign. But you’ll…
A Guide to Pilates Terms (A-F)
If you’re new to Pilates, or if you’re interested in starting the practice, you might be curious about the many Pilates terms and what they mean. Pilates is a complex…
Pilates Can Aid in Weight Loss
Seeing the lithe and toned bodies of many Pilates practitioners, it’s easy to believe that you can lose weight just by doing it. This isn’t exactly true. Generally speaking, weight…
The Benefits of Spinal Alignment
Did you know that spinal alignment is a major player in maintaining how you feel – both physically and mentally? This is why Pilates focuses on proper alignment of the…
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…