PPC BALANCED BODY BLOG
Which Pilates Class is Best for Me?
I am often asked this question, by new and seasoned students, and my first answer always is: The best class for you is the class that you enjoy and that you can attend with the most consistency. That being said, here are some other thoughts on the question.
Olympians and Pilates
With the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics right around the corner, it only seemed fitting to talk about some notable Olympians who do Pilates. Pilates has become a popular training method among athletes due to its ability to improve strength, flexibility, and overall performance. Here are a few Olympians known to incorporate Pilates into their training routines:
How To Improve Your Golf Game With Pilates
Perfecting your golf swing isn't just about spending hours on the green—it's about refining your body's movements with precision and control. Enter Pilates, the transformative exercise regimen that not only strengthens your core but also enhances flexibility and balance, key components to mastering your game. In this blog, we'll explore how integrating Pilates into your fitness routine can elevate your golf performance, from enhancing your range of motion to sharpening your focus and achieving that perfect swing.
Part 3: Men & Pilates - Blake’s Story
We continue our segment about Men and Pilates with an interview with our instructor Blake Sigman. Before we jump into our questions, let’s talk a bit about Blake’s background to give you all some context regarding this journey with Pilates.
Part 2: Pilates is NOT Just for Women - Men Love It Too!
We continue our segment about Men and Pilates with an interview with our instructor Neill Shelton.
Myth Busted! Pilates is NOT Just for Women - Men Love It Too! Part 1
In the relatively recent past, Pilates had the reputation of being an exercise choice mainly for women looking to tone their physique to a certain standard they had imagined. Thankfully, this notion has changed with the times to be a fitness modality for everyone, and it focuses on the health and wellbeing benefits more than the aesthetics. After all, Pilates was originally developed by a male (Joe Pilates) for men.
3 Ways Pilates Can Improve Your Game
Looking to improve your game? You may be thinking, hmm...how can Pilates improve my swing?
Top 5 Reasons to do Pilates
Pilates offers numerous benefits for both physical and mental well-being. Here are the top 5 reasons to do Pilates:
What is the Pilates Reformer?
The Pilates Reformer is a specialized piece of equipment designed to facilitate Pilates exercises. It consists of a frame, a carriage that moves back and forth on tracks within the frame, and a set of springs and straps. The Reformer is a versatile apparatus that allows for a wide range of exercises to target different muscle groups and enhance overall strength, flexibility, and coordination.
How Quickly Will I See Results from Pilates?
The rate at which you see results from Pilates can vary depending on several factors, including your current fitness level, the frequency and intensity of your Pilates sessions, and your overall health and lifestyle. Generally, some people may start noticing changes within a few weeks, while others may take a few months.
Pilates 101: A 5 Week Beginner Course
Our Pilates 101 has been a huge hit!!! If you haven’t heard or experienced it yet, Pilates 101 is 5- week course for Beginner students or those students wishing to review the foundational movements on the Pilates Reformer, Tower and Mat.
New to Pilates? This is Where to Begin
We often get asked this question - “I’m new to Pilates. Where should I begin?” This is a great question and we have a lot of options on our schedule so hopefully, this will break it down to make it easy to decide!
What is the Pilates Magic Circle?
The Pilates Spine Corrector is a versatile piece of Pilates equipment designed to enhance your Pilates workout by targeting and strengthening specific muscle groups. It looks like a semicircular barrel with a wooden or padded surface.
What is a Spine Corrector?
The Pilates Spine Corrector is a versatile piece of Pilates equipment designed to enhance your Pilates workout by targeting and strengthening specific muscle groups. It looks like a semicircular barrel with a wooden or padded surface.
My Hips Feel Really Tight.... what can I do?
Great question! I don't know about you, but when my hips get really tight I often have subsequent lower back discomfort and... I get really cranky because it makes my daily living tasks more difficult to perform.
We train instructors all over the world!!
As Teacher Trainers for the Power Pilates Program based in NYC, Cheryl and Amie are busy many weekends training students who are interested in sharing their love of Pilates with others.
Video: Cheryl Turnquist shares the impact of Pilates on overall well-being.
If you know me, then you know it’s hard for me to talk about myself, let alone do it on video! But my experience with Pilates over the past 22 years has been so rewarding I really wanted to share my story.
Video: Movement Heals
Exciting news to share! We have a new promotional video and boy was it fun to make! Myself along with Providence Pilates instructors and clients spent an afternoon with the Visual Thrive team to create this project and we’re all so proud of it.
Boomerang!
The Boomerang is one of my favorite exercises and it is one that you will frequently find in our Open Level mat classes.
