Using Pilates for Treating Upper Crossed Syndrome BY: Stephanie Ruopp Joseph Pilates knew the importance of upright spinal posture. He was known for saying, “Never slouch, as doing so compresses the lungs, overcrowds the vital organs, rounds the back, and throws you off balance.” There’s no arguing that Pilates was a visionary. Even then, […]
Thinking about Doing Pilates with a Partner?
Thinking about Doing Pilates with a Partner? By: Stephanie Ruopp It’s tough to get through February without mentioning Valentine’s Day. Some folks love this Hallmark holiday, while others would sooner bury their heads under their pillows until the day is over. Most of us are probably somewhere in between. Regardless of your feelings about Valentine’s […]
How Cold Weather Affects the Body
How Cold Weather Affects the Body By: Stephanie Ruopp Winter is here. It’s the time of year when we hunch ourselves up while burrowing under heavy coats. And there’s no doubt that cold weather affects the body in a different way than its warmer cousin. Of course, such hunching makes our muscles tighter and less […]
How Pilates Aids Digestion
How Pilates Aids Digestion By: Stephanie Ruopp . Happy New Year! With so much great food, drink, and celebration last month, we hope your holidays were truly wonderful. Of course, with all of the food, drink, and revelry that comes with the season, it’s not unusual to feel a bit sluggish when the holidays pass. […]
Finding Motivation for 2020
Finding Motivation for 2020 By: Stephanie Ruopp Right around this time of year, some of us start thinking about what we want from the new year. And moving into the year with some plans and resolutions in place is a positive way to start 2020. But let’s be real. Actually finding motivation to follow through […]
Surgery for Cracking and Popping
Surgery for Cracking and Popping? By: Stephanie Ruopp Did you know that antelopes deliberately use knee clicking to demonstrate they are worthy fighters? But, of course, you’re not an antelope. And if you have popping knees – or any other popping or cracking body part – you may be concerned enough to consider surgery for […]
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