The shoulders are one of my favourite areas to work with clients. So much goes on here, but so much change can be affected with a little knowledge and some close attention on our part. Continue reading…
BRETT HOWARD
International Guest Pilates Instructor Teacher Trainer USA
(Brett’s four April Sydney workshops are listed in the Pilates Scene events calendar.)
Brett Howard is the Director of Education and the Senior Teacher of Teachers of the United States Pilates AssociationTM. The United States Pilates AssociationTM is a licensee of the Authentic PilatesTM Method of Body Conditioning, as well as the New York Pilates Studio® Teacher Certification Program- the first and oldest Pilates professional training program in the world.
43 workshops happening across nine venues around the country, from February to October. Your chance to experience the magic of Franklin Method with Bruce Hildebrand. Continue reading…
CLASSICAL PILATES BRIDGING COURSES
Join us in 2012 for the Authentic Pilates Education Teacher Training and Teacher Bridging Courses.
Time to start planning your professional development calendar for the year, and considering where you need to spend your money and energy in developing your skills. There are many, many opportunities now available and this calendar is here to have them all in one place for you to peruse.
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We all get to work with a client who is on or has been on chemotherapy, read on and book mark this article for the day that client comes your way.
Exercising Promotes Healing for Cancer Patients
Jackie Clark
Sourced from Mesothelioma Cancer Alliance blog at mesothelioma.com
Author Bio:
Jackie joined the Mesothelioma Cancer Alliance in 2009 as research assistant after graduating with a bachelor’s degree in English and a minor in fitness and nutrition. Jackie’s experience in technical and medical research has allowed her to assist in the development of medical content and outreach efforts, with specializations in alternative care, cancer support programs, and social media campaigns.
The health benefits of aerobic and strength exercises are well known. Slightly less known, however, is the potential benefits of exercise for cancer patients before, during, and after chemotherapy treatment. Light exercises can often reduce symptoms associated with cancer treatment. Continue reading…
Hip weakness, stretching and foam rollers receive a mention in this article on the myths of the ITB.
We are not to diagnose piriformis sydnrome, but can do a lot to help from that point onward. I can think of a few better glute strengthening exercises than the one identified here, as will you no doubt.
A summary of recommendations giving you food for thought when working with older adults.
American Geriatric Society/British Geriatric Society Clinical Practice Guideline :
Prevention of Falls in Older Persons (2010)
Clinical guideline for the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis in postmenopausal women and older men:
Particularly pages 13 and 24.
The Royal College of General Practitioners, February 2010.
An article I come back to time and time again when asked about Pilates and Osteoporosis, the go to woman, Sherri Betz, PT.