Pilates-Based PT – More Than Just Rehab
If you’ve recently suffered a painful injury or a surgery that limits your movement, you may be inclined to just rest and let it heal. There are certainly cases where…
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Should You Do Pilates After 12 Weeks of Pregnancy?
Should You Do Pilates After 12 Weeks of Pregnancy? If you’re a Pilates practitioner, you surely know of its many benefits. But if you recently found out you’re pregnant or…
Having Trouble Finding a Workout Partner?
Having Trouble Finding a Workout Partner? It’s well known that having someone else to workout with will keep you motivated. When you have a workout buddy, you’re not only accountable…
Your Body’s Needs Change As You Age
Your Body’s Needs Change As You Age If you’re of a certain age – and especially if you’re woman – you may be socialized to believe that you’re supposed to…
Are You Exercising to Earn Food?
Are You Exercising to Earn Food? January is a time when we often feel weighted down from all of the holiday indulgences. As such, many of us make unreachable resolutions…
The Three Planes of Movement and Why They Matter
The Three Planes of Movement and Why They Matter The spine is an amazing structure. It serves as the foundation for nearly every movement we make. That’s why it’s so…
Maximize Stretching With a Foam Roller
Maximize Stretching With a Foam Roller Foam rollers have become a popular tool for relieving muscle tightness, soreness, and inflammation. They can also increase range of motion in the joints…
The Impact of Stress on Working Out
The Impact of Stress on Working Out Some people say that stress really motivates them to get to the gym or on the treadmill. And that may be the case. …
The Challenge of Undoing Poor Movement Patterns
The Challenge of Undoing Poor Movement Patterns When you bend over to pick something up, do you consider all of the coordinated positioning and the many joint configurations required to…
Relieve Back Pain With Core Stabilization
Relieve Back Pain With Core Stabilization You may be wondering, how can you possibly relieve back pain with core stabilization? Isn’t the core just another word for the abs? While…