I found Pilates as a result of having back surgery (a discectomy) in 2001 after years of sciatica. The sciatica had progressed to a point that I could not stand, walk, sit or lay down without pain and I was out of options.
While there are some advantages to being over fifty such as feeling freer to express yourself and perhaps more fearless, the changes that come with …
Whether you are doing Pilates exercises on the Reformer or the mat, Pilates is based on three principles: Breath, Whole-Body Health, and Whole-Body Commitment
As a Pilates instructor, one of the most common complaints I hear from my clients are tight hamstrings. While they make an effort to stretch them out using basic hamstring stretches, it doesn’t appear to last.
Props can add variety and challenge to any Pilates mat or reformer class. Find out why this certified teacher prefers certain props and her reason behind them.
