Often fitness focuses on muscle. Exercises isolate a muscle to “tone” and strengthen. This is a bit backwards as the purpose of muscles are movement! Pilates teaches movement and muscles learn to stabilize, mobilize, strengthen and stretch through movement. Movement patterns matter more than muscle “tone”. This is because our bodies are made to move.Continue reading “Movement makes muscle”
Category Archives: Mindfulness
Online sessions
In light of the current pandemic situation many of us are stuck at home. Many of us are feeling stressed and uncertain. In a time like this exercise is very important. I’m offering a pay what you can sliding scale for sessions via video chat. You can have a private session from home and getContinue reading “Online sessions”
Don’t believe the hype!
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!”
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”
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.
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”
Why are Private sessions worth it?
If you’ve gone to a Pilates mat class and found it really difficult and confusing you might want to try a Private session. The value of Private sessions is that you can go at your own pace and I will give you the best exercises for you and your specific needs. If you have neckContinue reading “Why are Private sessions worth it?”
Shoulder rotation
This exercise is called the screwdriver. It’s a wonderful way to explore the rotation of the shoulder joint. It strengthens and stretches many of the muscles that are vital to healthy shoulder movement. When I was recovering from rotator cuff tears I thought I’d never be able to do this again! But with gentleContinue reading “Shoulder rotation”
Extend yourself
Most of us are spending a lot of time flexing. Bending forward. Curling over a desk, computer, phone or steering wheel. So, does it make sense to spend a huge amount of your workout flexing? Doing crunches and spending more time curled forward might not be the best use of your time or effort. AndContinue reading “Extend yourself”
Shoulders
We carry a lot with our shoulders. The shoulder joint is truly amazing. It’s strong and very mobile, allowing us to raise our arms up over our head in a way the hip doesn’t do for the legs. And we work with our hands so the shoulders can get quite stressed by work and life.Continue reading “Shoulders”
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