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- ***Improve Posture & Reduce Pain - Pilates and Posture Principles for Health - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2009 from John AOVDo I have to practice Pilates to improve my posture? Not necessarily. However, the Pilates exercises can be a wonderful way to help you change habits. Everything that you learn about your body with the Pilates Method can be applied to both your everyday life and other fitness activities. The ...
Views: 2192(1 vote) - ***What Pilates Can Do for You! - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2009 from John AOVWhat is The Pilates Method? The Pilates Method teaches a holistic, common-sense approach to efficient movement habits for whole-body health. Developed as a system or movement regime, Pilates training provides a variety of choices in both exercises and specialized Pilates equipment to help ...
Views: 3277(2 votes) - ***The Benefits of The Iliopsoas Muscle to Pilates - Part 2 - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2009 from John AOV“What is the purpose of learning how to properly use the iliopsoas muscle, and how does this affect exercise technique from a Pilates perspective?” In Part 1 the anatomy, benefits, and function of the iliopsoas muscle were reviewed for a greater understanding of the importance it plays in ...
Views: 4379(1 vote) - ***Get Your Fantastic Feet in Action! - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2009 from John AOVThe cover of BioMechanics - The Magazine of Body Movement and Medicine caught my eye. The February 2007 issue / Volume XIV Number 2 had a barefoot runner on the front and the tag-line, “New barefoot designs challenge footwear conventions.” Since the subject of happy feet and improved posture is ...
Views: 1704(1 vote) - ***Work, Release, and Brain Training - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2009 from John AOVEvery Pilates exercise involves utilizing the joints as a lever and pulley system. All movement of the body happens as we contract and release different muscles in the proper order to achieve a desired action. If our muscles don’t understand their proper firing patterns, the body will compensate ...
Views: 1615(1 vote) - ***The Benefits of the Iliopsoas Muscle to Pilates - Part 1 - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2009 from John AOV“What is the purpose of learning how to properly use the iliopsoas muscle, and how does this affect exercise technique from a Pilates perspective?” This was the question asked of me, which led to an interesting few days of contemplation about how I think, what I teach, how I originally learned ...
Views: 2706(1 vote) - ***Mastering Movement of the Spine: Extension - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2009 from John AOVThe Benefits of Spine Extension. Tips and Techniques for Increasing Spine Mobility. Exercises to Practice Spine Extension. Practicing Extension with Pilates. Extension (As defined by the Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary) Pronunciation: ik-’sten(t)-sh&n Function: noun The action of ...
Views: 3556(1 vote) - ***The Pilates Scoop - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2009 from Aliesa GeorgeThe scoop is a signature concept for Pilates training, as well as a topic for much debate. Every teacher has an opinion on whether the Pilates exercises should be done with a scoop or neutral spine. It’s impossible not to land on one side of the political fence or the other with a viewpoint on ...
Views: 4954(3 votes) - ***Mastering Movement of the Spine: The Roll Up - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2009 from John AOV“A man is as young as his spinal column. If your spine is inflexibly stiff at 30, you are old. If it is completely flexible at 60, you are young.” — Joseph H. Pilates It seems that one of the primary differences between Pilates and “traditional” weight room workouts for developing fitness is ...
Views: 2180(1 vote) - ***Mastering Movement of the Spine: Rotation - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2009 from John AOVThe benefit of Pilates is efficient movement. Movement is health, health is life. The spine is the vertical support for our structure. It protects the nerves that cue our bodies for movement. Breath pumps nourishing fluids from the brain to the body and assists in lengthening the spine for ...
Views: 4215(1 vote) - Top 10 Pilates Instructors & Studios - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsWhat is Pilates? Pilates is a physical fitness system developed by Joseph Pilates. In Pilates, the mind is used to control the muscles. Pilates attempts to create a fusion of mind and body, allowing the body to move with grace, balance and economy. Traditional Pilates is performed on a ...
Views: 6982(1 vote) - End Back Pain with Pilates - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2009 from Lindy RoyerHave you ever experienced the frustration of back pain? Back pain affects all aspects of your life. Physically, the pain wears you down and drains your energy so you can’t do the things you love. The emotional stress and anxiety leave you constantly fatigued. You can’t think straight because of ...
Views: 2194(1 vote) - Principles of Pilates - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2010 from Katie Aho MaattaTry utilizing one of these principles during your next session... Like most disciplines, Pilates has certain basic principles that should be followed to get the most benefit. The six principles of Pilates are Control, Concentration, Centering, Precision, Breath and Flow. Most are of no ...
Views: 2396(1 vote) - Pilates - What are the Top Five Benefits? - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2009 from Kareene KohPilates has become increasingly popular in recent years with a growing number of practitioners and studios available. Pilates offers both an equipment-based and floor-based exercises that can deliver a range of benefits. This article provides a summary of the top five benefits that you can ...
Views: 1221(1 vote) - Pilates Exercise Programs for Chronic Back and Neck Pain - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2009 from Aliesa GeorgeExercise Underutilized for Chronic Back and Neck Pain A recent study, funded by the National Institutes of Health, looked at exercise prescription—who is prescribing it, who is getting it, and what type of exercise is being prescribed—and found that exercise may be underutilized for ...
Views: 3290(2 votes) - The Benefits of the Iliopsoas Muscle to Pilates - Part I - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2009 from Aliesa George“What is the purpose of learning how to properly use the iliopsoas muscle, and how does this affect exercise technique from a Pilates perspective?” This was the question asked of me, which led to an interesting few days of contemplation about how I think, what I teach, how I originally ...
Views: 5437(2 votes) - 6 Principles Of Pilates - by Submitted on Sep 26, 2008 from Katie Aho MaattaTry utilizing one of these principles during your next session... Like most disciplines, Pilates has certain basic principles that should be followed to get the most benefit. The six principles of Pilates are Control, Concentration, Centering, Precision, Breath and Flow. Most are of no ...
Views: 5666(1 vote) - Pilates, the CORE, and the Evolution of Mind-Body - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2008 from Bonnie ClancyCore training, as in Pilates, does much more than augment the physical body’s strength, endurance and shape. Core training can also strengthen and reshape the mind and its emotions. Standing tall, and moving and breathing from the center of the body can increase confidence, decrease ...
Views: 1241(1 vote) - Pilates Moves in the Back Row - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2008 from Suzanne EarlyFancy some pilates moves or to be a pilates performer? Pilates for beginners is gentle exercise for everyone and great for women having had breast cancer. I signed up for pilates workouts at my local night school to begin with. All these ladies, different shapes and sizes, different ages and ...
Views: 1360(1 vote) - Pilates Apparel - For Comfy Core Workouts - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2008 from Asad TufailPilates apparel is about comfort, fit and style. Find out what to look for when buying yours. This decision could be the difference between a good workout and a great workout. Pilates has become such a buzz word, it's value has grown and grown. This has been great news for the retailers. But ...
Views: 1959(1 vote) - ***Pilates Workouts Are For Every Body - by Submitted on May 07, 2008 from Aliesa GeorgeThe Pilates Method teaches a common-sense approach to efficient movement habits for whole-body health. Every Pilates exercise combines strength and flexibility with breathing and total body awareness. Learning to pay attention to what your body is doing and how it moves is a must for getting ...
Views: 2929(1 vote) - Benefits of Pilates - by Submitted on May 05, 2008 from Jennifer AdolfsThe benefit of Pilates over other exercises lies not just in the quantity or duration of the workout but the quality of the exercises performed. This is achieved through muscle Symmetry. What Muscle am I Working? Clients sometimes ask me while doing a particular exercise, “What muscle ...
Views: 2030(1 vote) - ***Improve Posture & Reduce Pain - Pilates and Posture Principles for Health - by Submitted on May 04, 2008 from Aliesa GeorgeDo I have to practice Pilates to improve my posture? Not necessarily. However, the Pilates exercises can be a wonderful way to help you change habits. Everything that you learn about your body with the Pilates Method can be applied to both your everyday life and other fitness activities. The ...
Views: 4712(3 votes) - Book Review: Fantastic Feet - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2008 from Shelly WalkerThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Pilates. The Pilates Method (or simply Pilates) is a physical fitness system developed in the early 20th century by Joseph Pilates. The program focuses on the core postural muscles which help keep the body balanced and which are ...
Views: 1902(1 vote) - Definition: Pilates - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2008 from Shelly WalkerThe Pilates Method (or simply Pilates), is a physical fitness system developed in the early 20th century by Joseph Pilates. As of 2005 there are 11 million people who practice the discipline regularly and 14,000 instructors in the United States. Pilates called his method Contrology, because he ...
Views: 2808(1 vote) - ***What Pilates Can Do For You - by Submitted on Mar 24, 2008 from Aliesa GeorgeQ: What is The Pilates Method? A: The Pilates Method teaches a holistic, common-sense approach to efficient movement habits for whole-body health. Developed as a system or movement regime, Pilates training provides a variety of choices in both exercises and specialized Pilates equipment to ...
Views: 2603(2 votes) - Consciousness In Fitness - A Few Thoughts For The Over 40 Crowd - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2008 from Gina JacksonWith a little luck, the older we get the wiser we become. For sure, we remain emotional creatures of lots of crazy habits, but as we age and mature, we do generally try to take advantage of the experience of living and our growth to help us coast thru life more gracefully. At least we hope we ...
Views: 1223(1 vote) - ***Work, Release, And Brain Training - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2008 from Aliesa GeorgeEvery Pilates exercise involves utilizing the joints as a lever and pulley system. All movement of the body happens as we contract and release different muscles in the proper order to achieve a desired action. If our muscles don’t understand their proper firing patterns, the body will ...
Views: 2121(2 votes) - ***The Pilates Scoop - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2008 from Aliesa GeorgeThe scoop is a signature concept for Pilates training, as well as a topic for much debate. Every teacher has an opinion on whether the Pilates exercises should be done with a scoop or neutral spine. It's impossible not to land on one side of the political fence or the other with a viewpoint on ...
Views: 2552(1 vote) - Tips To Work The Abdominals For 60 Full Minutes! - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2009 from Gina JacksonSixty minutes? Work my abdominals for a “full 60 minutes?” I’ll bet you are thinking Jesh! Isn’t that too much time? Actually, if all you were doing were crunches and sit-ups, it would most definitely be a bit too much and you would probably see diminishing returns as ...
Views: 1339(1 vote) - Want Longer, Leaner Legs? - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2009 from Gina JacksonAn area of concern for many women - no matter what age - is the shape, tone and length of muscle of our legs. The suppleness of front, back, sidelines of the legs and surely the curve of the derriere are the parts of our bodies that get a lot of focus and attention in everything we do, every way ...
Views: 3036(1 vote) - ***Get Your Fantastic Feet In Action! - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2008 from Aliesa GeorgeThe cover of BioMechanics – The Magazine of Body Movement and Medicine caught my eye. The February 2007 issue / Volume XIV Number 2 had a barefoot runner on the front and the tag-line, “New barefoot designs challenge footwear conventions.” Since the subject of happy feet and ...
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