How to perform the Hip Flexor Stretch Lie on your back with your knees bent. Place one ankle on top of the opposite knee. Push the crossed knee away from you gently. Hold this stretch 20-30 seconds; repeat 3 times for both legs Written by: Autumn Dawson
Pelvic Placement
Let’s focus on one of the Basic Principles of Pilates! PELVIC PLACEMENT STABILIZING THE PELVIS AND LUMBAR SPINE: 2 positions: Neutral and Imprint Neutral – Small natural curve in low back Pelvis lies parallel to mat without strain in low back Imprint – Engaging the abdominals to flatten the back and tilt pelvis posteriorly Used […]
Shoulder Stabilization
Let’s focus on one of the Basic Principles of Pilates! SHOULDER AND SCAPULAR STABILIZATION STABILIZING THE SCAPULAE: For better posture To prevent over-use of muscles around the neck and shoulders A sense of stability, not rigidity, should always be maintained Maintain a sense of width across the chest The scapulae should lie flat on the […]