No Tricks, Just Treats!
Treat Your Spine to Healthy Movement Your spine was designed to move! In everyday life, your spine moves in four basic ways: Throughout the day, your body naturally combines these movements as you walk, reach, turn, lift, and perform everyday activities. But what happens when we spend too much time sitting or limit our movement […]
FALL BACK INTO YOUR PRACTICE
The first day of fall is September 22, 2026. “It is the Summer’s Great Last Heat,It is the Fall’s First Chill: They Meet!”— Sarah Morgan Bryan Piatt There is something beautiful about the transition into fall. The pace of summer begins to shift, the light changes, and we naturally begin to settle into a different […]
Fascia and Pilates: Why the Method Works – Part II
Because fascia is an interconnected system, it does far more than simply hold the body together. It transfers tension, stores and releases elastic energy, supports posture, contributes to body awareness, and functions as one continuous network throughout the body. Fascia is never isolated—it is truly a living system. There are many reasons to maintain healthy […]
Fascia: The Living Tissue and System
The most important thing to keep in mind is that fascia is living tissue—and it is one continuous structure throughout the entire body. Rather than existing as separate pieces, the fascial network forms an interconnected system that surrounds, supports, and connects every muscle, bone, nerve, blood vessel, and organ. To make this easier to understand, fascia […]
The Pilates Solution for the High-Tech Body
Our modern lifestyle is changing the way we stand, move, and age. Hours spent looking down at phones, working at computers, driving, and sitting for long periods can contribute to a posture pattern known as kyphosis—an excessive forward rounding of the upper back (thoracic spine). Often referred to as a “rounded back” or “hunchback,” kyphosis […]
Understanding Gluteal Tendinopathy
Gluteal tendinopathy is a condition we frequently see in our Pilates clients, often linked to factors such as excessive loading, poor progression of strength training, or sports-related injuries. Many clients aim to build stronger, larger muscles—but the tendons and joints don’t always adapt at the same pace. When this imbalance occurs, the result can be […]
Pelvic Floor Health: Not Just for Pregnancy (and Not Just for Women)
“Wait… I have a pelvic floor?” It’s one of the most common questions we hear, especially from male clients. The answer is simple: yes, you do. And it plays a far more important role in your movement and overall health than most people realize. What Is the Pelvic Floor? The pelvic floor is a group of muscles […]
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 […]
