Category Archives: Pilates

Pilates for fitness

The Practice offers a unique integrated programme that utilises Clinical Pilates in treating musculoskeletal problems

Posted on March 16, 2012 by admin

On seeing a Pilates studio for the first time, many clients remark that it resembles a torture chamber and my retort is that in the right hands it can be! Tweet

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Posted on September 14, 2011 by admin

Many guys seem to think that Pilates is an exercise regime for women. The comments that I have heard over the years are that “Pilates is boring”, “I prefer lifting weights”, “running” etc. Tweet

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What Type of Pilates Class Should I Take?

Posted on May 18, 2011 by admin

People often ask me what type of Pilates class they should attend? Well that depends upon your requirements… Clinical Pilates If you are injured or have ongoing problems such as low back pain then seek out someone with a background … Continue reading →

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So what is REAL PILATES?

Posted on March 28, 2011 by admin

The debate surrounds the so-called Classical Pilates as taught by Joe himself circa 1955, Pilates for rehabilitation (Clinical Pilates) and hybrids such as Bootcamp Pilates. Classical Pilates practitioners believe that Pilates should be taught as Joseph Pilates taught back in … Continue reading →

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Clinical Pilates

Posted on March 16, 2011 by admin

What is Clinical Pilates? A large part of physiotherapy practice involves the prescription of exercise therapy in the treatment, rehabilitation and prevention of neuromusculoskeletal problems such as low back pain, neck pain, knee injuries, shoulder problems and sports injuries. Tweet

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