Discover the Power of the CoreAlign®
Discover the Power of the CoreAlign® The CoreAlign® apparatus is a powerful complement to Pilates training—and one of the most innovative and effective tools for improving core stability and functional strength. What is the CoreAlign®? The CoreAlign® is a primarily wooden machine featuring two independent carts that glide along parallel tracks. Resistance tubing can be […]
PILATES – A BALANCING ACT
Have you ever watched someone paddleboard, dance, ice skate, walk a balance beam, ride a scooter, or work on a construction site? All of these activities require strong, proper balance mechanics – without them, people fall. Falls happen for many reasons: aging, impaired gait, environmental hazards, improper footwear, pets underfoot, and more. The good news? […]
The Evolution of the Power Plate
Vibration training has a long and fascinating history. Its roots can be traced back to ancient Greece, where early forms of vibration were used to help warriors recover more quickly from battle. Primitive methods—such as repetitive motion from sawing wood, playing instruments, or riding donkeys—created natural vibrations that stimulated the body and supported healing. Over […]
Honoring the Birthday of Joseph Pilates
Born December 9, 1883 — Died October 9, 1963 There are many stories about where, when, why, and how Joseph Pilates developed the method he called Contrology. Over the years, many of the details have been retold, embellished, or misunderstood. This post is based on research from the Harvard Theatre Collection, Houghton Library, Harvard University, which provides […]
Sleep Better with Pilates
Let’s talk about one of the most essential – and often overlooked – aspects of a healthy lifestyle: sleep. Quality sleep is something many of us struggle with, whether due to physical challenges like asthma, COPD, or sleep apnea, or mental stressors such as work pressure, anxiety, or chronic stress. Even something as routine as […]
Bridge: Why we LOVE it!
Why do we “Bridge” in almost every Pilates class? Simple – this basic exercise has a LOT of BANG for the buck: -strengthens glutes, hamstrings and abs -stabilizes shoulders -improves posture -helps prevent low back pain What does proper Bridge position look like? -a straight line that starts from the shoulders and continues up through […]
Twist & Shout
Call it what you want: rotation, spiraling or twisting, the rotational movement of your spine FEELS DIVINE! And there are many ways in which to achieve this motion! In Pilates we have the pinwheel, thread the needle, and angels in the snow… to name a few. However, the options are truly endless. What is anatomically […]
The Pandemic of Poor Posture
Frequent and prolonged phone/tablet/computer usage (sound familiar?) have increased poor posture, specifically forward head and rounded shoulders, to epic proportions. Optimal position of head and shoulders exerts approximately 12 lbs. of force on the spine. Compare that to 32 lbs. for slight forward head and rounded shoulders and 42 lbs. for more extreme forward head […]
