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Pilates Power Ring now being used in mat classes

admin — Sun, 04 Jul 2010 16:06:12 +0000

The Pilates Power Ring is now being used in some of the mat classes to add a variety to the pilates workout. The Ring is a sprung circle steel measuring 13 to 14 inches in diameter and weighs about 1 kg. It is used as a resistance-training tool to supplement your pilates workout. By squeezing the circle between your legs or hands you work your thighs, chest or upper arm muscles to develop strength and improve muscle tone.

If you want to purchase a double handle ring – the cost is £15.00 which is cheaper than what you would pay on the high street.

Hope you enjoy your workout and seeing all your muscles tone up!

Is your posture perfect?

admin — Fri, 02 Apr 2010 13:03:04 +0000

Did you know that back pain costs the economy billions of dollars a years? Low back problems account for more lost work hours than any other occupational injury.

The spine or vertebral column is make up of 33 individual bones and looks like an S-curve. This curve makes it 16 times stronger than if it were straight. The spine has a high degree of flexibility forward and to the sides, with a limited amount backward. The neck and lower back can rotate. Dense ligaments and strong muscles groups surround it and strengthen it, however the abdominal muscles may account for up to 40 percent of torso support.

Here’s how to find a good posture balance for yourself: Stand with your pelvis titled in a neutral position. This means you pull in your abdominal muscles and slightly tighten your buttocks. This distributes your weight evenly and protects your lower back. Shoulders should be relaxed, down and back slightly. Keep your knees slightly flexed, not locked.

Here’s a quick way to correct your posture if you notice you are slumping: Place your elbows against the side of your waist with the arms bent 90 degrees and your hands in front of you. Keeping your elbows in place, rotate your hand and forearms to the sides. Your shoulder blades will move toward each other and lift your chest, correcting your posture. Then lower your forearms and maintain the improved posture! Walk with your head, trunk and thighs aligned, shoulders held back yet relaxed, chest high, and your stomach tucked in.

Welcome to the new Love Pilates website

admin — Fri, 02 Apr 2010 10:53:11 +0000

Welcome to the new Love Pilates website.

This site gives you general information on Pilates, Pilates on the ball and general health tips and features on hot topics at the moment.

Take a look at the new Class Timetable page which details when the classes are running especially during the holiday season.

For those of you who are looking for pilates classes in Milton, Landbeach, Cottenham, Haddenham, Aldreth and Soham, please fill in the form on the Contact Liz page and I’ll see what I can do to help you fit into one of the classes.

This site will be regularly updated with regular posts about Pilates and how beneficial it is to you and your body.