Print A Copy Download and print “Pilates Study” Pilates is still one of the hottest trends in fitness with its long list of benefits including improved body mechanics, balance, coordination, strength and flexibility. But is it enough to keep you aerobically fit?
Warming up the spine before getting out of bed can help clients go about their activities of daily living in a more productive, less painful way. The following routine, which is appropriate for clients who have no contraindications or special issues like osteoporosis, provides a sound biomechanical start to the day. The ACE Pointers Course…
Pilates is well known for its ability to improve postural alignment and strengthen the core, but you may not realize that a regular Pilates practice can help you develop long lean muscles throughout your body. If you don’t have time to sign up for a Pilates class, try these simple, effective Pilates moves for strong…
The Pilates ball is an effective training tool because it promotes core stabilization by adding resistance, which forces exercisers to activate their pelvic floor muscles. Additionally, the ball acts as an unstable surface, which promotes greater core stabilization. The following exercises require activating or “hollowing” of the pelvic floor muscles. The feeling is similar to…