How stretching can help reduce pain in patients with chronic low back pain.
Latest studies indicate that stretching can help reduce pain in the lower back in people that suffer from chronic pain in this area. Once more these new studies indicate that when patients practice stretching routines they experiment a substantial decrease in pain and discomfort. Two weeks ago I read the news on how stretching the neck helps reduce pain and migraines in 75% which are associated with stiff and tight necks, upper back and shoulders. Read...
Read MorePilates Day!
Pilates Day! Today is Pilates Day! What a wonderful day for all those who are experiencing the many benefits from the best fitness routine the Pilates Method. Joseph Pilates was ahead of his time in terms of physical fitness. Inspired by oriental disciplines he devised his exercises so that all energy and effort originated from the center of the body. He called it the “powerhouse”. I consider my clients and even myself living testimonies of the amazing rewards that we enjoy from this revolutionary method. What other fitness program can help you with posture, body mechanics,...
Read MoreWork out video of the Day: The Teaser
The Teaser – Pilates Training Exercise [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NmG4GzkDO60&feature=channel_video_title] Level: intermediate to advanced. You need to know how to engage your core so you can control your lower back as you roll down to the bed. If you have a bad back or your core is not strong enought avoid this exercise. Targets: your entire core, arms,back and legs. Reps and sets: one or two sets, 5 repetitions...
Read MoreThe average women’s way to stay fit and beautiful.
Working from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, getting home, fixing dinner and taking care of your family is the average routine that most women have on a daily basis. I have heard so many times from my female clients the same complains ” Mariela I don’t have time to commit to exercise, and when I have the time I don’t have the energy to exercise!” I include myself in this group of hard-working women. Some days I am so exhausted that I have to think twice before lying on the Reformer and start my Pilates routines, but once I start, I feel that I am worth the effort! Remember that...
Read MoreWhat do you do to prevent the bad effects from sitting all day long?
Since computers and remote controls for every item in the house have become part of our lives, we are more sedentary. We sit for at least eight to nine hours everyday. Think about all the activities that you do in the sitting position. Your neck, your shoulders, your lower back, your hips and knees suffer in this position. What can you do to prevent the cascade of muscular-skeletal misalignment? Very simple,take frequent breaks throughout the day,at least every hour and a half. Walk around, move your arms doing circles, move your head from side to side, breathing deeply, do it for at least...
Read MoreHave you tested your balance lately?
The aging process affects not only your external appearance but also your brain function. Balance and coordination diminish as we age. In order to keep your brain alert you need to practice everyday drills to maintain your balance and coordination. How do you train your brain ? I instruct my clients to do simple and easy tasks on one leg always alternating sides. For example: brush your teeth on one leg and switch, brush your hair on one leg and switch,and so on. Another simple exercise is: standing in front of a mirror raising one foot off the ground (either with your leg straight or bent)...
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