We hear in the media celebrities doing Pilates and most of these celebrities are slim. Can larger people do Pilates? And if so, how are they accommodated, if at all? Pilates for Larger People Pilates is perfect for any body type. Why? Pilates is low impact. Pilates can be modified to suit any fitness level,…
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What do you think about doing Pilates at home on your own? Do you have any recommendations if someone wants to Pilates at home? At home Pilates practice After most people’s first experience and hour of Pilates it’s common to hear, “There’s so much to think about!” And it is true. There are so many…
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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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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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Pilates builds core, abdominal and back strength. These are essential components for martial artists to hone their craft and prevent injuries. Shoulders and hamstrings are among the areas prone to injuries for martial artists. Injuries usually occur because the body, muscles and bones are not held in proper alignment and as a result many self-inflicted…
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With the the winter season here and ahead of us thoughts of summer are on the mind and outdoor activities. Everything from swimming, hiking, kayaking and racquet sports like tennis and pickleball are growing in popularity. Pilates can help with many things such as injury prevention, improvement of muscle control and flexibility. Sports like tennis…
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Shows like “So you think you can dance?” demonstrate just how much physical work, strength, endurance, coordination, balance, power, flexibility and more is required to dance effortlessly. Dancing is a sport. Like with any sport training is required, not just in the sport itself but also outside the sport, cross training including strength, stability and…
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Every winter a new activity is created for many of us, shoveling snow. You may not consider it as a physical activity but it is a very physical activity and depending on the consistency and/ or amount of the snow, more or less so. Either way, it’s a physical activity and needs to be treated…
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Curling is another very common sport played through the cold months in Canada. The sport of curling originated in Scotland in the sixteenth century. It is a common way for Canadians to take advantage and enjoy the winter months. Of the 1.5 million curlers worldwide, 80% are Canadian. Curling is a sport that is adaptable…
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For those that hate the winter and feel like it drags on and on, getting out and enjoying the season is the best way to make it go by quicker. If you’ve never tried any winter sports or activities, snowshoeing is a great winter activity to start off with. It’s as easy as walking. A…
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