Why Soccer Stars From the UK are Turning to the Mat Soccer is widely recognized as one of the toughest sports on the body. The combination of aerobic and anaerobic movements works the joints and muscles hard, and has often led to career ending injuries. As players try to prolong their careers many are embracing...Read More
There was a comment on one of my posts of alternate classical exercises saying “just do the original version”. So why am I showing variations? Well Pilates is more than the mat exercises and many people cannot and will never be able to do the mat work exercises (and that is OK). Pilates is still...Read More
#2 exercises this Month is the Roll up. Ivana is doing it on the cadillac, this version helps you make a connection through your shoulder girdle to your waistlines. Really great for finding the articulations through your spine. Another option would be a half roll back. Do this for finding the curve of your...Read More
Today I am joined with Erinn, who has been a longtime client and now coworker at Pilates in Guelph. Erinn has a hip and elbow replacement and we have worked over the years to strengthen her body during her challenges with Rheumatoid Arthritis. This exercise is Knee Stretch – Flat back. For Erinn,...Read More
February is all about LOVE at the studio. We are once again asking our clients to tell us what they love about Pilates by posting it on a heart and displaying it in our waiting room. I thought it only fair that your instructors do the same – letting you know why the...Read More
January is almost over and many resolution start to fall by the wayside. You have a choice to make a resolution or change your life. Here are 3 steps to help make your resolution as permanent change according to Gregory J Boyce, Registered Psychotherapist. 1) Thoughtfully choose your goal: – Take your time with...Read More
It might look funny but the relief is worth it. Simply tap your chest, down your arm, your face, armpit and back. Bring blood and awareness to these areas to help the muscles release and relax. Read More
We don’t generally think MINDFUL when we think about Pilates. However, during your next class notice your mindful connection to your movements. Joseph Pilates listed 9 principles of Pilates; Concentration, Control, Centering, Breathing, Fluid movement, Skeletal alignment, Precision, Endurance and Release. In this fun classical exercise, make it challenging by perfecting your form....Read More
