Do you struggle with painful joints because of arthritis? If so, you may be inclined to limit your movement because of the discomfort you experience. While avoiding pain seems intuitive,…
Once upon a time, Pilates was considered an exercise that only dancers did. Over the last several decades, however, it’s evolved into a recognized fitness regimen because of its focus…
Do you struggle with knee pain? Perhaps it’s from an injury to the meniscus, the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), or the posterior cruciate ligament (PCL). Or it could be the result…
If you’re scheduled for hip replacement, now is the ideal time to consider the benefits of Pilates before your surgery and Pilates-based physical therapy after your procedure. Pilates goes the…
Ah, winter is approaching. For some, this is not the most welcoming news. For others though, it’s cause for celebration. If you’re gearing up for the excitement of hitting the…
Many of us walk around with some degree of tightness in the shoulders, hips, and/or lower back. This is just the result of aging and moving through our everyday lives.…
What Is the Importance of Stretching? Are you a fitness buff who finds stretching… well, annoying? Does it seem like a waste of time? If you’re ready to just get…
Is Wall Pilates Legitimate? While it may not be considered one of the traditional types of Pilates, wall Pilates is a legitimate way to take advantage of the benefits of…
“Does Pilates help osteoporosis?” is a tricky question to answer because it’s not a simple yes or no question. Many of the poses in a traditional Pilates class would be…
If you’re brand new to Pilates, you may not realize that this amazing movement system was named after its creator – Joseph Pilates. But even if you did know that,…