Pilates

Preventing Osteoporosis & Fractures… How To Avoid Brittle Bones

Posted by on Mar 16, 2017 in American Bone Health, Back Pain, Blog, Bone Health, Core, Events, Exercise, Health, Lower Back, Mobility, Pelvic Stability, Pilates | 0 comments

Preventing Osteoporosis & Fractures…how to Avoid Brittle Bones   Did you know … 70% of people over 65 with osteoporosis have never been screened and don’t know they have it? AND There are more osteoporosis related fractures yealy than breast cancer, strokes, and heart attacks combined?   Osteoporosis is not just a disease of old people or of women.   People of all ages can have low bone density including men and young adults.  Children’s poor diets and lack of activity will give them a greater chance of having low bone density at a younger age.  We reach the peak of our bone mass at about age 30.   How might you know if you should be concerned about...

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Essential Oils for Fitness

Posted by on Jul 18, 2015 in Blog, Core, Core Align Pilates, Essential Oils, Events, Exercise, Health, Pilates | 0 comments

Essential Oils For Fitness Interview with Adam Ringham Essentially Fit Essential Oils For Physical Fitness, Weight Training and Weight Management   Have you ever wondered why you need a cup of coffee every morning and then that coke or mountain dew during the afternoon? Maybe you are a full blown addict.  We all know these things are not good for us,  but how do we get out of the habit of artificially boosting our energy to get us through and still get through our day?  I encourage you to begin anew and learn how to use essential oils for fitness and find yourself not needing those nasty drinks to pep you up anymore.   On July 21, @ 12 pm MST (recorded Link) I will...

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Foot Pain Solutions

Posted by on Dec 13, 2014 in Balanced Body, Blog, Core, Core Align Pilates, Exercise, Injury, Pilates | 0 comments

Would you like relieve foot pain?   Santa came early this year to  my studio.  He was thinking about my clients with foot pain and wanted to give them some relief.  So, new to my Core Align Pilates studio I have a Balanced Body Foot Corrector.  Its original design and purpose was to release and strengthen the muscles in the foot.  These often over abused workhorses can throw off the body’s alignment and form hard to change movement patterns that haunt us as we age.   The Foot Corrector strengthens and lifts the arch of the foot, and improves balance and gait.     The foot corrector is a great tool for athletes wanting to tune up their game, reprogram harmful foot  and...

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Pilates and fitness for Skiing and Snowboarding

Posted by on Sep 4, 2014 in Core, Pilates, skiing, Snowboarding | 0 comments

  www.barcelonabienestar.com Pilates and fitness for skiing and snowboarding I am a snowboarder. Anyone who either snowboards or skis will know that the two sports, whilst closely related, are very d… Source: www.chrishuntblog.com Hey all you fans of skiing and snowboarding here is an informative post from a fellow snow enthusiast and Pilates instructor.  Is your body ready for ski & boarding season?   Pilates and Core Align training are the the perfect pre-season conditioning programs for skiing and boarding.  I know because I was a world class ski racer for many years.  It is crucial that you know how to access your deep core muscles and you have the...

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Pilates & Healthy Bones

Posted by on Jun 14, 2014 in American Bone Health, Bone Health, Core, Pilates | 0 comments

      Free Class:  Bone Safe Pilates Class flyer Ver.2 EVENT SIGN UP   Related articles Benefits of Pilates Please Share this:Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)Click to share on Google+ (Opens in new window)Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)Click to share on Pocket (Opens in new window)Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window)Click to email this to a friend (Opens in new window)Click to print (Opens in new window)MoreShare on Skype (Opens in new...

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How to Play Better Golf- Spinal Rotation

Posted by on Jun 4, 2013 in Core Align Pilates, Golf, Pilates, Spinal Mobility | 0 comments

How do you play better golf if your spine does not rotate? If you are new to golf or want to improve your golf swing why not include some body basics in your golf basics.  Are you looking to improve your game, whether it be golf, tennis, baseball, hockey, basketball or skiing,  spinal movement is essential for rotational sports. Notice the natural curves in the diagram. Have someone take a picture of you standing from the side. Is your head forward of your shoulders, does you low back have a big curve or is it flat? Does your spine need a tune up?  Keeping your spine moving is crucial to maintaining a healthy and active lifestyle. *If you are experiencing pain or...

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