Category: Pilates

Most people hear the word Pilates and think of working the “core” muscles and think of their abdominals and complementary exercises for the back muscles. Pilates is more than just a set of exercises performed in sequence targeting the abs. There are also many pieces of equipment, apparatus, props etc. used in Pilates all adding […]

What is the SI joint?  The SI joint, or sacroiliac joint, is the joint between the sacrum and ilium of the pelvis joined together by ligaments. Refer to the diagram below. The sacrum supports the spine and is supported by the ilium on each side. The joint is a strong, weather bearing synovial joint with […]

You talked about knees being a potential joint problem for people.  What muscles and exercises can help? The knees are the most easily injured part of the body. It’s the largest and most complicated joint. The knee is used for so many things. Standing up, sitting, walking, running, just about anything that comes to mind. […]

Preventative measures are always wisest when going through life. “Flabby abs” are the result of not keeping up with toning and strengthen exercises for the core region of the body which includes the abdmonials..  Pilates is known for strengthening the abdominal muscles. So let’s start there.  There is no real quick fix for “flabby abs”. […]

I know people who have just had babies and want to get back into exercising but have so little energy and time.  I’m thinking Pilates may suit them.  Would Pilates be a good postnatal form of exercise to start with? You’re a new mom and just went through pregnancy, trying to eat well, staying fit […]

I hear people complain about low back pain all the time.  Among the things people talk about trying or have tried, I do hear the word Pilates come up from time to time.  Can you tell me a bit about how to incorporate in Pilates for low back pain sufferers? What is low back pain? […]

I have heard sciatica can be very painful and can be due to many different factors and conditions including having one leg longer than the other.  Can Pilates help alleviate the shooting pain that comes with sciatica? What exactly is sciatica? Sciatica is a set of symptoms not a diagnosis itself. Sciatica is a term […]

We are not all perfectly symmetrical. We have imbalances throughout our bodies. These can muscular, physical, i.e. bone lengths, and more. Having one limb longer than the other is quite common. One leg longer than the other is also quite common too. While it may not make a difference in how your live your life, […]

Many people have tight hamstrings. Tight hamstrings can be prone to tears and limit sporting activities. The hamstring muscle consists of three muscles, semitendinosus, semimembranosus and biceps femoris as can be seen in the figure below. Tight hamstrings can be responsible for postural problems and back problems as they will tend to pull the pelvis […]