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Do you understand how muscle memory works?

Posted by on Aug 9, 2011 in Uncategorized | Comments Off on Do you understand how muscle memory works?

Muscle memory is key in any activity that you do, either in common daily activities or in your fitness routines. But what does it mean? Muscle memory is when you train your muscles and your brain to work at unison. It takes focusing in order to build the connection between your brain and your body. Can anyone develop muscle memory? Yes, regardless of your fitness level anyone can achieve the level of concentration that is required to build up muscle memory.Learning by repetitions, reinforcing your concentration in every movement. What are the advantages? As soon as you develop your muscle...

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Do you struggle in your daily life activities?

Posted by on Aug 8, 2011 in Uncategorized | Comments Off on Do you struggle in your daily life activities?

If you think about the most common goals of fitness training, the first ones that will come to your mind would be: weight control and a fit physique. But have you thought about performing your daily life activities without any kind of struggling? Going up and down the stairs, house chores, grocery shopping, going in and out of your car and so on, can be challenging if you have muscular imbalances. Not to mention if you have a stiff and tight body, any movement can trigger a bad pain anywhere in your body, from your neck to your lower back. Pilates addresses your entire body in a way no other...

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Lets sculpt your thighs and buttocks

Posted by on Jul 28, 2011 in Uncategorized | Comments Off on Lets sculpt your thighs and buttocks

Today’s routine targets your core, hips, thighs and your butt. Remember to engage your abdominals at all times and to keep your shoulders and your hips square. This Pilates on the mat exercise is one of my client’s favorites, I hope it will also be your favorite routine! The Bycicle. 1-Lie on your side using a rolled towel. Your legs should be straight and your feet pointed. 2-Move both legs in front of you, so you can see your toes in front of you. Keep your back straight and move your other arm in front of you, rest your palm down. 3-Raise the top leg to hip level, and bend...

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Lets sculpt your thighs and buttocks.

Posted by on Jul 27, 2011 in Uncategorized | Comments Off on Lets sculpt your thighs and buttocks.

Fitter and slimmer buttocks and thighs are a constant headache for most women. Get motivated and start now with these exercises which will target these important parts of your body. Wall Pilates exercise. Wall Sit. 1-Standing with your legs parallel and hip width apart. Keep your feet slightly turn out and your back against the wall. Maintain your heels slightly away from the wall. 2-You need to feel that your entire back is pressing the wall, pull your stomach in and keep your shoulders open. 3-Begin to bend your knees as you slide your back half way down, until your knees are at a ninety...

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Lets sculpt your thighs and buttocks !

Posted by on Jul 26, 2011 in Uncategorized | Comments Off on Lets sculpt your thighs and buttocks !

Each of these Pilates exercises will help you tone these very important curves in your body. Remember to be consistent if you want to enjoy a flab free butt and thighs. Exercise # 2 Scissors kicks 1-Lie on your side, you can rest your head on a rolled towel. Move your other arm in front of you with your palm down on the floor. 2-Both legs need to be together, in one straight line with your torso. You feet should be pointed. 3-Pull your stomach in, keep your shoulders and your hips square, and raise both legs off the floor. 4-Without shifting your hips, begin to kick back and forth as you...

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Lets firm your thighs and buttocks !

Posted by on Jul 25, 2011 in Uncategorized | Comments Off on Lets firm your thighs and buttocks !

Today I will give you the first exercise of the series of five routines for your thighs and buttocks. These movements target your butt, the back side of your leg and hip. Be careful if you have a sensitive lower back, never force and listen to your body. Pilates exercises are the best for these areas, they will help you achieve a well-defined derriere. Exercise #1 Reverse frog 1-Lie on your tummy and bring both hands in front of you and rest your forehead on top. 2-Your legs are straight on the floor and slightly apart. 3-Bend both knees and bring your heels together keeping your toes apart....

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