Did you know that the diaphragm plays an important role in our breathing? The diaphragm is a large, dome-shaped muscle that lies at the...

The piriformis is a flat, band-like muscle that is located in th buttocks near the top of the hip joint. It runs from the lower spine...

Proprioception, also known as kinesthesia, is the body's ability to sense where it is, how it moves, and what it is doing. For example,...

The Side Lying Leg Series is a staple of the Mat Pilates program. The exercises target the smaller muscles in the hips that stabilize and...

The digestive system can become more sluggish in the winter months, especially during the holidays when we eat foods that can be higher in c

The terms core strength and core stability are often used to describe training of the trunk and core muscles. The two terms are very...

The core is the most important area of the body to strengthen. It provides the foundation to support and stabilize the body. There are many

October is breast cancer awareness month. The diagnosis of breast cancer is scary and life-changing. Breast cancer is the second most...

There are many ways to strengthen the core, the area of the body that includes the transverse abdominis, the internal and external...

The pelvic floor consists of muscles and connective tissue that attach to the bones at the bottom of the pelvis. You can imagine it as a...

Having good posture not only helps you look better, it helps to develop strength, flexibility, and stability in your body. This leads to...

The Magic Circle or Pilates ring as it is often called, is one of the most popular props for Pilates exercises. It is a metal ring with 2...

Pilates is an excellent form of exercise for many reasons : strengthening the core, improving posture, decreasing back pain, preventing...

Golf is a game that emphasizes rotation, trunk stability, flexibility in the spine. The movements can be dynamic and over time the...

Mat Pilates is a great way to build your core strength and stability. Find out more about the benefits of mat Pilates.

As a Pilates Instructor, I often get asked about the difference between Yoga and Pilates. There are many benefits to both practices;...