Five tips to invite positivity into your life
Acting on the decision to improve yourself through exercise can have far-reaching effects – not just on your physical appearance, but also on your body and spirit. I consider this one of the most important lessons that I give to my students and the local community.
The benefits of using Pilates for effective pain relief
Pilates is widely acknowledged as one of the most successful methods for alleviating chronic pain in the neck, back, shoulders and joints.
The simple trick to feeling great as you age
As we age, we gain many advantages over our younger selves. We have the benefit of hindsight and more rounded perspective of life and its challenges. We don’t sweat the small stuff, and we’ve learnt to focus on what’s crucial.
Do you carry the world on your shoulders?
These days, it refers more to “carrying” problems on your shoulders rather than the actual weight. It can also mean that you’re overusing your mobilising muscles (trapezius).
Five examples of bad posture: How they can affect your overall health?
You may not know it, but bad posture can affect more than just your appearance while sitting down or standing up.
Middle aged? Regain the body of youth with Pilates
Our mid-40s are a critical time in our lives, not just because of all the hormonal changes our body undergoes, but also because it is natural to feel less active as one gets older. Regular classes will not only help improve your posture, giving you a stronger, healthier back that is free from lower back pain …
Why we love breathing (and you should too)!
Breathing is a simple process. Breathe in, breathe out, breathe in, breathe out … again and again. And in the time that it has taken you to read the next two sentences, you’ve probably taken a breath or two … without even realising it.
Ultimate fitness for your kids
Today, children are leading more and more sedentary lives – eating fast food, playing video games, texting friends or watching TV. Consequently, children are becoming overweight and in some cases obese due to a lack of physical activity.