THE PILATES HUNDRED

The Pilates Hundred The Pilates Hundred is one of the most popular exercises in Pilates. The Hundred is a dynamic movement that warms up the lungs and core muscles. This exercise is appropriate for novices all the way to the advanced pupil. This exercise can be modified in multiple ways to cater any fitness level.…

THE GLUTEAL MUSCLES

The Gluteal Muscles What are they? The Gluteal muscles are the muscles that sit around the back and sides of your pelvis. They are referred to as the buttocks.  There are three gluteal muscles – glute maximus, glute medius and glute minimus. They Originate at the pelvis and the insert onto the ball of the femur…

PILATES – WHAT, WHO AND WHY ..?

Pilates- What, Who and Why? What is Pilates? Pilates or the Pilates Method originated in the 1920s and sense has been the forefront for rehabilitation for athletes, dancers and recently the general public to alleviate pain, optimize quality of life, build strength while simultaneously improving posture, muscular imbalances and flexibility. Pilates focuses on improving the…