Pilates
Enhancing Athletic Performance Through Pilates:
In the world of sports and athletics, performance enhancement is a constant pursuit. Athletes are always seeking new and innovative ways to improve their skills, strength, flexibility, and overall performance. One such method that has gained significant attention and popularity is Pilates. Pilates has transcended its origins as a form of rehabilitation and has emerged…
Read MoreHow Pilates Can Help Alleviate Dizziness
Dizziness is a common ailment that affects millions of people around the world. It can be debilitating, affecting one’s ability to perform daily tasks and enjoy life. While dizziness can stem from various underlying causes, Pilates has emerged as a promising approach to help alleviate this issue. Pilates is a mind-body exercise system developed by…
Read More5 Effective Exercise Moves for Toned Glutes
Strong glutes play a crucial role in supporting your lower back and improving overall athletic performance. Achieving a toned backside requires a combination of targeted exercises that engage and activate the glute muscles. Here are five effective exercise moves that will help you sculpt and strengthen your glutes. 1. Squats Squats are the perfect lower…
Read MoreHow Pilates Can Help Battle Allergies and Illness
Research suggests that homeopathic methods can help lessen allergic symptoms such as inflammation. Consider a natural approach if allergy medicines leave you experiencing side effects like drowsiness, fatigue, headache. If you suffer from seasonal allergies, you may feel like you’ve tried everything to relieve your symptoms. Pilates can help reduce inflammation, increase circulation, and strengthen…
Read MoreDeep Core Breathing and Pain Relief
The core muscles play a more active role in breathing than one might think, while the lungs play passive and equally important role. That’s why it pays to be aware of how we use our core muscles. One important payoff is pain relief. Add mindfulness to a natural process Deep breathing is, of course, deep…
Read MorePilates and Total Knee Replacement
Doing Pilates following total knee replacement has a number of benefits. These include improved function, strength and balance. Within a physical therapy framework, total knee patients get care tailored to their needs throughout the post-surgery phase. Medical professionals agree that moving ASAP after injury improves prognosis. This “early mobilization” principle applies to TKR patients as…
Read MorePreventing Neck Pain During Exercise
If we are not careful, the wrong neck posture during exercise can lead to discomfort or injury. Key to preventing injury are maintaining a neutral spine and perfecting the head nod for curling exercises. Also, everyday inattention to posture can worsen cervical posture to the point of dysfunction. At that point, certain exercises become off…
Read MoreFive Pilates Exercises for Balance
Balance exercises and exercises for balance are key parts of a fitness regimen. What’s the difference? Well, we haven’t found a distinction in the research literature. However, we use balance exercises in therapy to treat vestibular disorders or balance issues from other causes. These involve the use of unstable surfaces and other modalities. On the…
Read MoreSchedule your Private Pilates Lesson
Be Fit Physical Therapy and Pilates offer Private Pilates lessons using the Pilates equipment (Cadillac, Reformer, Chair and Barrels). A great way to get in shape for the summer! Call the schedule your one-on-one session. Immediate openings available! 630-964-4008
Read MoreImprove Balance in Seniors With Pilates
Pilates improves balance in seniors. It strengthens soft tissue of the lower extremities that normally decline with age. How Pilates improves balance musculature Pilates is a system of mainly bodyweight resistance exercises. These exercises can be done on an exercise mat or on special equipment that offers spring resistance. With its focus on controlled activation…
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