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, […]
Do You Know How To Breathe?
BY: Stephanie Ruopp That might sound like a ridiculous question. Of course you know how to breathe, right? Well, your body certainly knows how to draw in oxygen and let out carbon dioxide. That’s an involuntary action. But the sort of breathing we’re talking about – the sort you practice in Pilates – goes a […]
Benefits of Combining Pilates with Physical Therapy
By: Stephanie Ruopp After an injury or surgery, it’s pretty standard practice to go to physical therapy. And if you’ve ever had physical therapy, you’ve probably noticed that they recommend laying off your exercise program. They want you to put a halt on your running, spinning or boot camp exercises. And with good reason. But […]