I first discovered Pilates in 1989. Back then it wasn’t widely known but my orthopedic surgeon knew that it would be invaluable for my recovery and return to gymnastics and dance training. And he was right! When I began teaching in 1995 most of my clients were people who had serious back problems and otherContinue reading “Don’t believe the hype!”
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Every body is a Pilates body
When I begin teaching Pilates in 1995 it was not widely known. But those who did know about it knew that it was wonderful for older people and people with back problems and other pain and injuries. Now in the unfortunate Instagram era the ideas about Pilates have changed and not really for the better.Continue reading “Every body is a Pilates body”
Movement as maintenance
Pilates is often viewed as some frivolous pastime for ladies who lunch. This couldn’t be further from the truth! Pilates is a valuable movement practice for anyone who has a body! “Prehab” is the practice of injury prevention. “Rehab” is the process of recovery from injury. “Post rehab” is the vital work for after anContinue reading “Movement as maintenance”
Invest in your wellness
Pilates is not cheap. But you get what you pay for, and that’s very true with Pilates. Doing a group mat class might cost $15-$20 but you don’t get the benefit of a teacher choosing the exercises you need and giving you instructions and adjustments specially for you. They might give cues that you don’tContinue reading “Invest in your wellness”
New year, same you.
We get a lot of push at the new year to “improve”, “change”, quit this and start that. And if the push helps you to make positive changes that’s wonderful! But you don’t need a “new” body or a “new” you! Both you and your body are already in existence! But if you’re in pain,Continue reading “New year, same you.”
Post physical therapy Pilates
Physical therapy can be a vital part of healing from an injury or chronic issue. But what about after the course of therapy sessions is over? Are you permanently healed? Unfortunately, that’s unlikely. Physical therapy will focus directly on the injury or pain area. While this is important it might not be the only thingContinue reading “Post physical therapy Pilates”
Merry Christmas
Merry Christmas from SolaraPilates! Have a beautiful holiday, whatever and however you celebrate. If you’re looking to improve your physical wellbeing in the new year I’m here to help you.
Is your ab work working?
Core work is now quite a buzzword. People know that strong abs help your back. But if you’re doing lots of crunches and core work and your back pain is not improving what should you do? More crunches? Probably not. When I do abdominal work with people I always approach it as spinal work. TheContinue reading “Is your ab work working?”
Practice, not performance
Pilates can seem intimidating. Images of very fit people performing amazing feats are often used to advertise it. But Pilates is a practice, not a performance! In my sessions I want people to feel their bodies potential for movement. Perfection is not the goal. The practice of Pilates is designed to improve posture,balance, coordination, strengthContinue reading “Practice, not performance”
Pilates for pain
People often think Pilates is just for your “core”. And yes, Pilates does strengthen your core, which is more than just the abs! What many people don’t know is that Pilates is amazing for pain. So many people are living with pain. Sometimes physical therapy doesn’t help or only helps so much. Pilates will focusContinue reading “Pilates for pain”
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