We hear it all the time—“Pilates is just stretching,” or “You need to be flexible to start.” But guess what? Those are just myths!
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As winter melts away and the days grow longer, spring brings a fresh sense of renewal. But even with the warmer weather and blooming flowers, seasonal transitions can leave us feeling a little off—low energy, disrupted routines, and even mood shifts. Sound familiar?
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Grip strength is often overlooked, but it's a key indicator of overall health. As we age, muscle strength naturally declines, affecting everything from our knees to our hands.
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Strength and mobility might seem like two separate things, but they’re actually closely connected. Building strength can make you more mobile, helping you move better, with less discomfort and a lower risk of injury.
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As the excitement of the New Year settles in, many of us start thinking about fresh goals and new routines. But let’s face it—how many times have we set lofty resolutions, only to feel overwhelmed and fall off track a few weeks later?
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As we step into the season of giving, it’s a great time to reflect on the power of kindness—not just for those we help, but for ourselves, too.
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As we navigate our busy lives, it’s easy to prioritize the needs of others over our own. However, let’s remember the importance of filling your own cup before pouring into someone else’s.
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As we continue together on the reformer, let’s take a moment to emphasize an important aspect of our studio: the beauty of "you do you".
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So picture this: You're stressed out from work, feeling a bit scattered. You drag yourself to a Pilates class (we've all been there, right?). But then, as you start moving and breathing, something shifts. It's like your brain hits the refresh button.
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Do you sometimes feel like you're working out and not seeing results? Perhaps these tips will help....
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It's time to start viewing exercise as a privilege instead of a punishment. Stop thinking "I have to exercise" and instead think "I GET to exercise".
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At The Pilates Place, however, we offer more than just a workout space. Here, your fitness journey transforms into an experience where anxiety finds an outlet, stress dissipates, and strength emerges.
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Any amount of physical activity within your pain tolerance is beneficial for back pain. . We can help you achieve a pain-free life, but you have to do the hard work. Passive treatments are not good long-term solutions.
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Doing functional exercises and balance exercises such as Pilates will help you reduce your risk of falls and that's truly what people with osteoporosis need to be concerned with.
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Just like how summer invites us to switch up our routines, a mid-year health check-in offers a chance to assess where we stand, make adjustments, and chart our course for the rest of the year.
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Should you do cardio or Pilates first? Well, it depends on your goals.
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Did you know that you can strengthen your breathing muscles and breathing mechanics? Just like lifting weights to build muscle or stretching to improve flexibility, you can complete breathing exercises to help strengthen and lengthen your diaphragm, intercostals (muscles between the ribs) and rib cage.
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We believe Pilates could be THE difference between living a long independent life versus one that requires constant attention.
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We often get asked "how many times a week should I come to class?". Well, there really is no right answer. It depends on your personal goals, but the most important thing is to be consistent.
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Is your posture responsible for the back pain? It is a common belief that "bad posture" or slouching leads to back pain, weakness and even damage...but is it true?
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