What is fibromyalgia? Fibromyalgia is an illness that causes chronic pain in the muscles and ligaments. The vast majority of people that are affected by fibromyalgia are women in their mid-30 to late 50’s. In addition to muscular pain and stiffness it can also lead to fatigue, sleep problems, depression and the inability to think…
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Did you know that Pilates can help during pregnancy?
Pilates can be done as intensely or as gently as the body can handle. It’s also great in that it can be modified for any body type and ability. This makes it a wonderful form of exercise for women during pregnancy. As the body changes, so can the Pilates exercises. During pregnancy women are generally…
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How to tighten skin after weight loss with Pilates
Skin can stretch and expand or tighten and retract to a great extent. Large weight losses can be inspiring. The work, energy, commitment and investment of time to achieve such a big goal is more impressive than the weight lost. The benefits are enormous, ranging from physical, mental, social and aesthetic. But for many who…
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How to use Pilates for weight loss as a balanced approach to fitness and wellness
When people think about losing weight they think about hard work, burning calories through laborious cardiovascular exercises, eating very scantily and differently from what they are accustomed to among many other not so enjoyable prospects. Pilates, while not traditionally thought of as a weight-loss form of exercise, does promote weight loss. With regular commitment to…
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Value of Pilates for Frozen Shoulder Recovery and Prevention
The shoulder is used so much and takes a beating. Shoulder injury at some point is bound to happen. A frozen shoulder is a fairly common injury and moreso of the age of 40 in women. Learn what a frozen shoulder is causes and treatments. We’ll also look at the value of Pilates for frozen…
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How to Strengthen with Pilates for Rotator Cuff Health
The rotator cuff is a group of tendons and muscles in the shoulder. Rotator cuff disorders occur when tissues in the shoulder get irritated or damaged. Keeping the muscles of the rotator cuff strong and healthy will help prevent injuries. Strengthening is necessary when recovering from rotator cuff injuries. Pilates, both on the mat and…
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Did you know Pilates can Help with Shoulder Injuries?
Shoulder Injuries and Problems Shoulder problems such as sore muscles, aches and pains are common. Shoulder problems develop from everyday wear and tear, overuse, injury or the natural process of aging. Every time you move your arms your shoulder joints move. The shoulder is a ball socket joint with three main bones, upper arm (humerus),…
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See how Pilates can help with plantar fasciitis
Plantar fasciitis is the most common heel pain. The plantar fascia is the flat band of tissue (ligament) that connects the heel bone to the toes. It supports the arch of the foot. If the plantar fascia is strained it gets weak, swollen and irritated. This is when the heel bottom of the foot hurts…
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What is patellar tracking disorder and how can Pilates help?
What is patellar tracking disorder? Patellar tracking disorder occurs when the kneecap (patella) shifts out of place as the leg bends or straightens. In most cases the kneecap shifts too far outwards however in a few people it shifts inwards. The knee joint is a hinge that joins the lower leg bones with the thigh…
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Pilates can help Runner’s knee
Yes it is very common for runners to have regular knee problems. The weekend warrior syndrome or amateur athlete. Some of the more common problems runners experience are tight hamstrings, knee and joint problems, plantar fasciitis and more. We’ll look at runner’s knee to start and then how Pilates can help runners. What is Runner’s…
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