Category: Pilates Exercises
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Strengths & Weaknesses: Working towards perfect symmetry?
Do we always need to do the same number of reps on both sides? This is a common question that has been asked by instructors and students regularly over the years. And my answer has definitely changed as I’ve gained more experience working with different bodies. Regardless of how subtle a physical imbalance can be,…
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Teaching Tips for Advanced Reformer Pilates Exercises
The Star is a simple movement (abduction and adduction of one arm) but it’s such a hard exercise to do and to do well. Below are 3 ways that we’re working to strengthen the key muscles, shift the focus and support the movement in order to succeed in this classical Pilates exercise: Strengthen – Mat…
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Pilates Exercises for Better Balance and Mobility.
We’re back at the wall getting in some everyday lower body (and full body!) movement sequences that can help promote your endurance, leg and core strength and balance. We have 4 challenging series that you can add into your daily routine and have added some quick challenges with key points to focus on above each…