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Turn Exercise from a Chore to a Joyful Activity: Discover the Fun in Fitness!

Health and Wellness, Pilates, Self CareJune 29, 2023916Views 0Likes 0Comments

Exercise is an important part of a healthy lifestyle. It is well known that regular exercise can improve overall health, reduce the risk of chronic diseases, and improve mental well-being. However, the question arises, is exercising a fun activity or a chore we must do? The answer to this question depends on how you perceive…

Pilates: Your Pathway to Better Balance

Pilates, Seniors FitnessApril 24, 2023671Views 0Likes 0Comments

As we age, we start to lose our balance and this increases our risk of falling. Did you know that our balance starts to decline between 40 and 50? In fact, falls are one of the most common reasons for emergency room visits among seniors. Scary, right? You might be thinking that won’t be…

4 Pilates Health Benefits You Never Expected!

Health and Wellness, Pilates, Pilates Exercises, Seniors FitnessMarch 12, 2023629Views 0Likes 0Comments

If you're reading this article, it's likely that you've already heard that Pilates is good for your body. However, there are so many ways that Pilates can improve your life in addition to protecting and strengthening your muscles! Here are four of my favourite health benefits of Pilates: #1 Protects your body The benefits of…

Why Doing a Basic Ab Curl Won’t Give You a Strong Core

Anatomy, Pilates, Pilates ExercisesJanuary 23, 2023714Views 0Likes 0Comments

Building a strong core is essential for overall fitness and stability, but it's not just about doing sit-ups or ab curls! To truly develop a strong core, you need to work your abs three dimensionally. When someone tells you to "do an ab curl," it's easy to think that what they're asking for…

5 Noticeable Ways Exercise Keeps You Looking Young

Health and Wellness, Pilates, Pilates Exercises, Seniors FitnessJanuary 6, 2023622Views 0Likes 0Comments

We often think to look youthful we only need to focus on the face. Erase wrinkles and increase collagen, right? However, youthfulness is also seen in the body through your movement patterns. Cardio, strength training, and flexibility are all great ways to fight the effects of aging. Here are 5 ways exercise keeps you looking…

Why Your Glutes Need to Be Strong and Powerful

Anatomy, PilatesDecember 26, 2022591Views 0Likes 0Comments

Your gluteus muscles are the largest and most powerful muscles in your body. They work to keep your pelvis level when you're standing, but they also work with your hamstrings to bend your hips and extend your knees. When these muscles are weak, you may experience lower back pain, hip pain, difficulty…

Why the over 60 body loves Pilates

Pilates, Pilates Exercises, Seniors FitnessDecember 19, 20221KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Article originally published on Sixty and Me. Pilates is a workout that helps you build full body strength and mobility, improve your posture, increase flexibility, and so much more. It’s a hidden gem in the world of exercise. But what are the benefits of Pilates for those over 60 years old? There are…

Can A Low Impact Workout Really Get You In Amazing Shape?

Pilates, Pilates ExercisesDecember 5, 2022832Views 0Likes 0Comments

I've always been a fitness enthusiast. In my early twenties, I was training for 10K races and spending hours at the gym every week. But around my mid-thirties things got more complicated. My body couldn't handle the stress of high impact workouts anymore so I switched to low impact workouts like Pilates, cycling and walking.…

3 Mistakes People Over 60 Are Making With Their Exercise Routine

Health and Wellness, Pilates, Seniors FitnessNovember 28, 2022654Views 0Likes 0Comments

Originaly post on Sixtyandme.com As we age, it's important to stay active and exercise regularly. In fact, if you're over 60, exercising is one of the best ways to stay healthy and mobile. But it can also be easy to make mistakes. Here are three common mistakes seniors make when it comes to exercise:…

How do you feel about the plank? Is the plank overrated?

Pilates, Pilates ExercisesNovember 14, 2022595Views 0Likes 0Comments

Planks are a great exercise that can help strengthen your core. But did you know there are several variations of planks? And if you do them incorrectly, they might not be as helpful as intended. In this post, I'll explain the different types of planks, how they work, and what you should watch out for…

5 Habits That Are Sabotaging Your Pilates Practice

Health and Wellness, Pilates, Pilates Exercises, Seniors FitnessNovember 7, 2022599Views 0Likes 0Comments

Pilates is a wonderful way to increase flexibility and strength while improving posture, balance, mobility and core stability. Unfortunately, it’s not uncommon for students to develop poor habits that can sabotage their practice before they even realize what’s happening. If you are struggling with your Pilates practice or noticing that you aren’t getting the results…

Is Pilates a Good Way to Lose Weight?

Anatomy, Health and Wellness, Pilates, Pilates Exercises, Self CareOctober 28, 2022709Views 0Likes 0Comments

As a Pilates Instructor, I have often been asked the popular question “Is Pilates a good way to lose weight?” While Pilates by definition is not a weight loss exercise system, it still is one of the reasons clients choose to take classes with me. If you are wondering if Pilates will help you lose…