Many thanks to guest author Sherri Betz of TheraPilates® Physical Therapy Clinic in Santa Cruz, CA for letting me share this great information for Osteoporosis and exercise on my Centerworks.com/blog. Sherri recently published this article in her newsletter, and...
Sue Asks: Do you have any DVD's that could be useful in understanding shoulder mechanics that I could use at home to stretch, strengthen, improve my upper body? Since I'm in California, it's unlikely I will get to you and I've not been able to afford the "trainers"...
As Pilates teachers, our goal is to help our clients find, feel, and correct bad alignment, and muscle imbalances so that they can improve their whole-body health and enjoy life! It's frustrating for us and them, when problems or pain lingers longer than we think it...
It is fantastic to see national headline news picking up stories about foot fitness and the benefits of barefoot exercise! One of Christopher McDougall’s comments in this video clip is that he was searching for anything that might help him reduce injuries and keep on...
So I received a fantastic inquiry about the BIG question – I want to buy a Pilates Reformer cheap!!! Sooner or later, every avid Pilates student considers this option so they can stay consistent with their workouts and enjoy the ability to do Pilates day or night in...
This post is brought to you by guest blogger, and Pilates Teacher, Julie A. Schonfeld. Julie owns Pilates-Barre Studio in Farmington Hills, Michigan. To read more posts on Julie's blog go to: http://pilatesforthepeople.blogspot.com Is this exercise...
When was the last time that you sat down and really thought about your definition of what wellness means to you? Have you ever written down your thoughts, ideas, and personal definition? Do you think of wellness only from the standpoint of how you look, or being a...
Check Out This Hot Salsa Dancer - She's Discovered the Secret to Living a Great Life! WOW! I get goosebumps every time I watch this clip. We are never too old to move well, enjoy the benefits of strength and flexibility, and have complete control over our body! I...
I recently received a question from Kylie, a fellow Pilates teacher, regarding snapping hip syndrome and what to do to make it go away during exercise. Here are her comments and question: "I have some very hip flexor dominant students that suffer from hip click in...
In my opinion, everyone who is teaching Pilates should have an opinion on this topic! And each of our answers (and the exercises we choose to incorporate into a workout program) might be slightly different. That's ok, as long as the end result is positive for the...