Let’s focus on another one of the Basic Principles of Pilates! RIB CAGE PLACEMENT RIB CAGE PLACEMENT: All of your abdominal muscles attach at the bottom of your ribs You must use your abdominal muscles to keep your ribs from deviating forward when reaching overhead When lying on your back, try to maintain a sense […]
Frequently asked questions about Pilates.
What is Pilates? Pilates, pioneered by the late Joseph Pilates, is a mind-body exercise system designed to strengthen the weak and challenge the strong. When Joseph Pilates immigrated to New York, the local professional dance community discovered that his conditioning techniques helped prevent injury and improve strength while maintaining long, even muscle […]
What is Occupational Therapy (and do you need it)?
Did you know that your elbow pain may be caused by weakness in your abdominal muscles and legs, in addition to your elbow and shoulder? Research has shown that athletes who do overhead motions (think of tennis or throwing any kind of ball) and those who do repetitive rotation in sports (think of golf or […]
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