Beyond the physical and mental health benefits that workout out offers, here are some additional benefits of reformer Pilates classes: Full Body Workout: These classes challenge every muscle from head to toe in an hour or less. High Intensity Yet Gentle: These classes offer an intense workout that is low impact and gentle and joints. …
We often get calls from seniors asking if Pilates is hard. I can hear the fear in their voices. Fear of failure, fear of the unknown, fear of getting hurt, fear of not being able to keep up with the class. I find debunking these things almost enjoyable. I love to share how Pilates is …
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If you’re looking for a new low-impact workout to add to your routine— one that will strengthen your core and build your muscular endurance, all without your feet ever leaving the ground— Pilates reformer classes in Orange County just might be the answer. Invented by Joseph Hubertus Pilates in the 1920s, Pilates workouts use specific …
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Over the years clients, other business owners at networking events and even family have asked me what makes a Pilates studio a good one and what are the best Pilates classes to take. Well of course I have my own opinion and plug, but from an instructor’s perspective here are some things that I think …
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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. …
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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 »
Whether you run long distance, sit in a chair all day, or find yourself somewhere in between those extremes, today I’m going to show you a key stretch that is going to make you feel fantastic! Our challenging modern lifestyle pretty much guarantees we’ll need to stretch our hip flexors if we want to relieve pain and …
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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