Did you know that, according to the NIH, nearly 80% of adults experience back pain at some point in their lives? Finding effective methods for recovery and long-term relief can feel overwhelming. Combining Pilates and physical therapy offers a unique approach that strengthens the body, enhances mobility, and reduces pain. So let’s take a closer … Continue reading Pilates Meets Physical Therapy: A Guide to Enhanced Well-being
Imagine walking into a Pilates studio, the soft hum of calming music in the background, mats neatly aligned, and resistance bands coiled by the reformer machines. As you begin your session, moving through precise stretches and engaging your core, a thought crosses your mind: Is this workout giving me the same strength benefits as lifting … Continue reading Is Pilates Considered Resistance Training? Discover the Facts
Pilates is a popular exercise discipline that emphasizes core strength, flexibility, and overall body conditioning. Originating in the early 20th century, Pilates has gained global popularity as a low-impact exercise that are beneficial for people of all fitness levels. A lot of celebrities are using Pilates to gain that svelte toned figure and that’s causing … Continue reading What to Look for in a Pilates Studio
It might surprise you to learn that pilates has been used in fitness routines for nearly 100 years. While there are countless benefits from incorporating it, becoming a certified Pilates instructor in Singapore opens the door to a fulfilling and flexible career in the fitness industry. The right certification not only equips you with essential … Continue reading Get Certified: Pilates Instructor Certification in Singapore
It may surprise you to learn that Pilates has been around since the late 1800s, meaning practitioners have been leveraging its benefits for over a century. However, not all settings where people perform Pilates are created equal. Private Pilates sessions come with many benefits that you won’t find in conventional classes. In our guide below, … Continue reading 15 Advantages of Private Pilates Sessions
Tight muscles, limited flexibility, and the constant risk of injury are the unwelcome companions of every dedicated dancer. As you push your body to express art through movement, these challenges can hinder your performance and even cut your dance career short. This is where Pilates steps in. According to the Pilates Foundation, over 12 million … Continue reading Transform Your Dance: Find the Best Pilates Classes Near You
In the early 2000s, Pilates took the world by storm. It rapidly gained popularity as a highly effective and versatile fitness regiment. Everyone from A-list celebrities to everyday fitness enthusiasts embraced its benefits. The name Pilates came from its inventor, Joseph Pilates, a German-born fitness anatomist. Pilates became a form of rehabilitation for soldiers during the post-war … Continue reading Quickly Transform Your Fitness Career With Empowering Pilates Courses
Feeling stuck in your fitness routine? You’re not alone. Many people struggle to find the perfect balance between building strength and maintaining flexibility. If you’ve been hitting the weights but still feel stiff and sore, or you’ve dedicated hours to yoga without seeing the muscle tone you desire, you might be wondering if there’s a … Continue reading Pilates vs Weight Training: Weighing in on the Differences
More than 12 million people across the globe practice Pilates. Perhaps you’re one of them, or you’re interested in joining their ranks. Either way, you want to know the benefits that this type of practice can provide for you. As it turns out, there’s a reason — well, plenty of reasons – why so many … Continue reading Top Seven Benefits of Taking Pilates
Did you know that Pilates is a whole-body workout with numerous health benefits? That’s right, some of these benefits include increased core strength, decreased risk of injury, improved energy, and overall improved quality of life. These benefits are actually backed by science, and they are just the tip of the iceberg. It’s no wonder people are looking for … Continue reading What Are the Essentials of a Pilates Studio?
Approximately 80% of people will suffer from neck pain at some point in their life. Whether it’s sitting looking at a screen for long periods or lack of movement, our modern lives can easily cause us to feel stiffness in the neck and shoulders. Another cause for neck and back pain may be weak muscles … Continue reading Pilates Exercises for Chronic Neck Pain
Are you bored of all the old ways of working out and looking for a challenge? You might have seen images of people working up a sweat at Pilates studio online or offline, and wondered what it was all about. Maybe it’s time that you tried this strenuous, but fantastic workout for yourself. It will … Continue reading What to Expect on Your First Visit to a Pilates Studio
Your body is a complicated and sometimes overworked tool that needs care and attention, no matter your age. Proper diet and exercise are a good place to start when thinking about how you can improve your overall physical health. However, you may consider going to the gym every day a daunting and unappealing activity. You may even … Continue reading Pilates in Singapore: How to Find the Best Studio
Bodies are complex things. We think of spines as needing to be stick straight, but really they have a slight curve. In a perfect world, we’d all walk around with a neutral spine and perfect stacked alignment. But that’s not the reality. Most of us have posture we’d like to change – which thankfully you … Continue reading How to Correct Posture With Pilates
In light of the novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV) situation and dense public places are discouraged, running is on a lot of our minds. And the health benefits make it more than worth your time and effort. But what are the best ways to stop cramping up, losing your form, or doing damage over long periods of training? Join … Continue reading Pilates for Runners: 15 Best Exercises
Pilates is a popular exercise program across the world. It features a broad range of low impact and light resistance strengthening exercises. Pilates isn’t just the actions described above. Did you know that rehab pilates is a thing? If you’re suffering from an injury or recovering from a surgery, pilates is great for rehabilitation. Injuries … Continue reading Rehab Pilates: Your Best Option For Injury Rehabilitation
Hi Nanthini. How long have you been practicing Pilates and becoming a Pilates instructor? Were you initially from this field of sport? I’m a physiotherapist, and I did my Bachelor’s in Physiotherapy Sciences, from the Northumbria University, UK. I’ve been practicing as a physiotherapist for one year in a sports physio in rehab. OK, so … Continue reading Featured Pilates Instructor and Trainer of the Month: Nanthini
Gestation is a beautiful interim where a newly expecting mom will finally feel the joy of motherhood. Aside from expecting your bundle of joy, it’s probably the best time to start considering pregnancy Pilates to get you through the pre- and post-natal changes (of bodily and hormonal). It’s no secret that there will be a … Continue reading Newly Expecting Mom? Here’s Why Pregnancy Pilates Is For You To Share With Your Bundle Of Joy
We all join a kind of sport for many reasons. For peers, health reasons, comfort from pain, and mind healing amongst others. Same reason for Pilates practitioners. We can’t deny that most of us join because of the benefits Pilates promise- slenderness and lean physique, apart from general well-being. What we often missed is the … Continue reading Pilates Classes You’ll Need For Your Mind Healing
Talk about sexy Pilates (that’s Pilates and sex in our definition) and they’ll either lit up or shy away. Most people won’t admit it. But whenever when you come across a word like SEX, you’d either blushed or be quick enough brush off the topic. Talk about some mind-blowing stamina to spice up the bedroom … Continue reading Sexy Pilates: Rev-up Your Bedroom Antics With Mind-Blowing Stamina
Wish you had bodies like Hollywood celebrities? Realistically, we all know they worked hard for it. While we’re busy juggling between gym time and work traffic, these celebrities had to incorporate strength training and lean exercises into their schedules. It’s not a choice for them. It’s not a choice for them. They don’t get to … Continue reading Emma Watson’s Secret To A Rocking Hot And Lean Body
Exercise has proven to be one of the best remedies for our increasingly stressful lives, and as time continues to test our physical and mind, a consistent workout has been and will always be serving as our vital pillar of great health. While there are plenty of exercises that drive us to lead an active and … Continue reading Here’s What You Didn’t Know About Pilates Mental Health Benefits
When I first heard about foam rolling I couldn’t imagine what it was. It doesn’t make much sense to me then. I had plenty of questions like… How can a foam heal your muscles and speeds up recovery? What exactly are you trying to achieve by doing so? Somehow, the idea of rolling with a ‘hard foam’, -intrigues … Continue reading Debunking The Myths About Foam Rolling
What’s hot today can be tomorrow’s passe. Same like fashion, the trend in workout and fitness holds true to this account. Yet, when results show and hard work pays off, practitioners can testify on the countless benefits they’ve reaped. In this case, it’s safe to say that Pilates is here to stay, after long-serving many … Continue reading Pilates- Future Sport For The Next Generation Is Taking Over The World
We’ve all come to a crossroad where we need choose the “correct” path that’ll eventually lead us to our dream jobs. In reality, that hardly happen. Ask yourself this? How many times you’ve been scorned off for choosing Sports or Health Medicine as your college major; having someone telling you that it’s a big mistake?
Chronic low back pain happens to almost every one of us nowadays. It can happen to anybody even those with an active lifestyle. Some mild, while others can be quite bad. For many reasons, it’s not uncommon to experience chronic low back pain nowadays. In fact, it is almost as common as a cold we … Continue reading Chronic Low Back Pain And What To Do To Feel Better
Pain-free driving– what all of us want but the majority don’t get to experience it. Unless, of course, if you’ve been practicing Pilates for awhile and know the ins and outs of your body well. So much so that you know how to adjust your posture during those long drives. In case you hadn’t notice, … Continue reading 4 Important Things You Need To Practice For A Pain-Free Driving [Infographic]
Yoga existed over 5000 years ago, although some researchers argued that this body form practice might be older than that. Hailed as the sacred, and spiritual discipline in ancient India, yoga has progressed throughout the decades and gained popularity in the 20th century, due to the Western influence. Even though various studies attempted to test … Continue reading Your Cool Yoga Poses Could Be Destroying You
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