Pilates-go-round

An innovative approach is underway at Destination Pilates south of Sydney, here Leisa and Kate explain how their circuits have worked and offer you their experience on the approach. A big thank you ladies for sharing your story and being a part of Pilates Scene.

“The circuit classes were initially designed to give the clients I was teaching at Physio Pilates somewhere to transition to. The majority of them came from an injury/pain background but had progressed to a level where they were pain free and doing weekly/bi-weekly reformer classes with me, mostly at a confident, but fundamental level. Everyone else who joined the circuit classes had previous studio/equipment experience. Continue reading…

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Advanced Repertoire guide

A handy resource to refresh you on some advanced repertoire, exercises with pics and instructions all in one place.

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How to facilitate bridging

A biomechanical modification for the bridging exercise we know and love. Shorten the hip flexors to facilitate the hip extension.

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Not so scary spinal stenosis

The wonderful Chrissi Romani Ruby shares again, this time it’s spinal stenosis ideas.

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He-man Pilates

Way too much hip flexor action here…

Oblique hell, or heaven…

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Shoulders and hamstrings, a double whammy

Nice cues and information provided during this video.

Pilates for Athletes : S2E09: Exercises for Shoulder Rehab and Hamstring Strains from Balanced Body Inc. on Vimeo.

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Clams hit the big time

In a recent blog post Mike talks about his ‘must include’ exercises for all clients.

One of my favourite shoulder exercises rates as a mention, as do our beloved clams. Continue reading…

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Four point kneeling gets the big tick for back pain

This post by Mike Reinold refers to an article on back pain, the missing link. Continue reading…

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Pilates rotations

Great repertoire reminders of the rotational and twisting work Pilates offers. Continue reading…

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