Finding your Transversus Abdominus

A neuromuscular therapists perspective – using the inflatable cuff. Try it for yourself, I have issues with it, see what you think. Its about 7 minutes long, stick with it. Continue reading…

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Back extension on the ball

This is one of my favourite ways to do extension movements in Pilates. Allows you to feel grounded in the feet, Continue reading…

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How to grip and weight bear

The gorgeous Mel McKirkhas a new youtube video on using grip in pole dancing and other activities, like Pilates. Continue reading…

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Exercises for the foot

Thera-bandacademy.com offers 9 different foot strengthening programs on their site. None of them earth shatteringly different from what we do but some ideas may add to your skill set. You may need to register first, but that is no hassle and it’s free. Great resources to be found throughout this site. Continue reading…

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Pilates style moves on the BOSU

Notice how the BOSU equipment crept into Pilates studios during 2009? A number of BOSU exercises are available here.

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Tips and research on stretching

I love stretching, it improves my mood and brings me back into the sensations of my body. If there was such a thing as a stretching class close to my home, I’d be there. What a way to start the day. In my online meanderings I found these concise and up to date tips on stretching. Continue reading…

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Ball push up

ballpushupExcellent description and video on how to execute the perfect push up on the ball. Continue reading…

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Rehab ideas from Brent Anderson

acutelimb

Take a look at the most creative use of trap table I have seen in a while. Treatment ideas for those with very limited movement or in acute phase post surgery etc. He is truly an ideas man, really helpful for your rehab Pilates. Continue reading…

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Research on Pilates and back pain

Research published in 2006 gives the thumbs up to Pilates. Continue reading…

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