Did you know that Pilates is not just for fitness enthusiasts but also a powerful tool for injury rehabilitation? This gentle yet effective exercise method helps in recovering from injuries by focusing on strength, flexibility, and alignment. Benefits of Pilates for Injury Rehabilitation: Strengthening Core Muscles:...
Osteoarthritis, a degenerative joint disease characterised by the breakdown of cartilage, affects millions of people worldwide. This chronic condition leads to pain, stiffness, and decreased mobility, making everyday activities challenging. While there's no cure for osteoarthritis, various management strategies can help alleviate symptoms and improve...
Proper body alignment is the cornerstone of physical well-being. It not only enhances our appearance but also plays a vital role in overall health and comfort. From reducing the risk of injury to improving posture, alignment is the invisible force behind our daily movements. In...
Core exercises are those which target the muscles in the abdomen, lower back, and pelvis. These muscles form the foundation of the body and play a vital role in maintaining good posture, balance, and stability. Strengthening the core muscles can have numerous benefits, both for...
The latissimus dorsi is one of the largest muscles in your back, connected to many parts of your body, such as your spine, ribs, and pelvis. It’s sometimes referred to as your lats and is known for its large, flat “V” shape. It spans the...
Spinal cord compression is caused by any condition that puts pressure on your spinal cord (the bundle of nerves that carries messages back and forth from your brain to your muscles and other soft tissues). As your spinal cord travels down your back, it's protected...
We recently came across an excellent article on Smart Healthy Women focusing on body alignment (one of our favourite topics of discussion in the Pilates studio, and with our Structural Integration clients.) The article looks at how pain manifesting somewhere in our body is usually because...
Stand up straight - stop slouching ! It's probably something we keep telling our children - especially teens, who seem to be forever hunched over a screen, but chances are, our own posture is far from perfect. Whether it's using the lap top on the...
