So many fitness methods forget the spine. This is one thing that makes Pilates different. At the core of the Pilates method is the spine and moving it in all directions.
Chances are you sit a lot. Maybe over a computer. In a car. This creates tightness in the front of the body and weakness in the back. You can do bicep curls and crunches but those won’t do much for your overall fitness and they definitely won’t do anything for your back. The core workout fixation has people doing lots of abs but unless you also move your spine in all directions you’ll find that the curled up posture, stuck in a desk feeling won’t improve. Many things that are popular in the gym will actually just curl you up more! In Pilates we do a lot of spinal articulation. Since the spine is made up of joints the focus on moving each and every vertebrae is really wonderful for the health of your spine. Of course we are building strength and flexibility but those come from moving the spine in all directions and learning how to articulate, mobilize and stabilize the different parts of the spine. If you have back pain it can be scary to mi e your spine but that’s where the equipment comes in. The springs give support to let you move in ways that might not be accessible on the mat. Extending or arching the back is an important movement but can be problematic when you’ve got pain. But with small gentle exercises you will learn how to move safely and get your back back in shape!
Don’t let back pain stop you from trying Pilates. I’ve got over 20 years of experience working with people with pain and injuries, even herniated discs, and I will work with you gently and carefully to help you regain functional movement in your spine. You don’t have to live with pain. Pilates can change your life and I’m here to help.
Solara Pilates 