When I set out to find a Pilates Reformer class near me I was astounded at how many I visited that were only mat Pilates classes or traditional Pilates classes. That was over 17 years ago, so websites didn’t offer as much information as they do now. So what is the difference between the two …
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Ready to see what this Pilates thing is all about? From the outside looking in it might seem pretty intimidating and downright scary when you see dancers and elite athletes partaking in the practice, not to mention those contraptions being used, right? But I am here to tell you that Pilates is for everyone! And …
What You Will Experience Physically and Mentally in Your First Pilates Class? Read More »
Chances are you know someone who does Pilates reformer classes in Long Beach or you have at least heard of it. Still, you might not be totally sure what it is and how it might benefit your health and fitness. Interestingly, Pilates reformers weren’t initially created with the idea of everyday exercise in mind. It …
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7 REASONS YOU SHOULD EXERCISE DURING THE HOLIDAYS The holidays will soon be here, which for many means getting together with friends and family, attending holiday events, and dining out often. However, they can also bring extra stress, a sleigh’s worth of excess calories, and numerous disruptions to your schedule. How can you make it …
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Pilates for Beginners Pilates is a system of exercise and movement that is designed to increase strength, flexibility, and balance. It integrates breath and movement within proper body mechanics to increase awareness, and use all of the muscles of the body as they were designed. Many of the exercises focus on the pelvis and trunk, …
Beginner Pilates – All you need to know to get started today! Read More »
Cycling for Cardio Pure Pilates is not traditionally aimed at providing cardiovascular exercise, so building in a little cardio elsewhere makes for a well rounded approach. Cycling raises the heart rate, sending blood pumping around your body, and burning calories. This can help with weight loss, lowers blood pressure and reduces the risk of various …
Cycling and Pilates – A Marriage Made in Heaven! Read More »
Pilates for Balance Acquiring and maintaining good balance is greatly beneficial for adults as prevention for falls, injury, and loss of independence. Pilates and balance go hand in hand with its positive effects on strength and coordination. This decreases the fear of falling, which often leads to a reduction of movement and lack of mobility. …
Pilates for Improved Balance in Seniors – Improved Balance for All! Read More »
Pilates attracts everyone from grandmas to executives with its promise of core strength, flexibility and lean muscle tone. But as Pilates transforms from a professional dancers’ secret to a mainstream workout, many newcomers wonder if they should be rolling out a mat to do their Pilates, or strapping in to a reformer — the equipment …
Beginner Pilates Classes in Long Beach….Pilates is for EVERYONE! Read More »
We’ve all heard that professional golfers (Tiger Woods, Rocco Mediate, Annika Sorenstan, Camilo Vilegas to name a few) include Pilates in their training regime. It is a marketer’s dream – do Pilates and improve your golf game. But, is it really that simple? And, what about the rest of us? A survey of more than …
Joseph Pilates called his system of exercises Contrology‚ the control of the muscles and your movements. Now known as Pilates, this form of exercise is changing bodies into strong beings. Socks with grips are great as Pilates socks, and they can help with your control. Non-Slip GripPilates socks increase your control with the patented non-slip sole. …
This little piggy went to Pilates…the pilates sock Read More »
“What a remarkable place to do Pilates and cycling. Doesn’t feel like a cold and impersonal corporate style gym where you need a tour guide! It’s warm, inviting and”… READ MORE
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