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2007/01/12
Pilates Effective for Low-Back Pain
According to a small, randomized, controlled study published in the Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy, participants who practiced Pilates over a 4-week period experienced more relief from their symptoms than those who went through typical treatment programs.
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2006/12/24
Pilates Trends Blog
Our first New Year's Resolution has been accomplished early! Visit the new Pilates Trends blog for an ongoing conversation about everything to do with Pilates.
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2006/11/27
Pilates can help some with Parkinson's
The basics of Pilates— increasing core strength and flexibility— are helpful in countering the effects of the disease.
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2006/11/08
Pilates: Is it safe for older adults?
What kind of exercise is Pilates? Is it good for older people?
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2006/11/08
Pilates: Is it safe for older adults?
Pilates can be an excellent exercise program for older adults. Pilates uses controlled movements — usually floor or mat exercises but sometimes machines — to improve total body strength, flexibility, balance and posture. These movements, which concentrate on the "core" (back and abdominal) muscles, can be done slowly or quickly, depending on your skill and ability. Potential benefits include:
* Improved balance, which helps reduce the risk of falls in older adults
* Improved posture, which can help prevent curvature of the spine (kyphosis) due to osteoporosis
Because Pilates is so popular, classes are springing up all over the place. Be sure to look for an instructor who is certified by a group with a rigorous training program to ensure you learn proper technique. These instructors will have completed several hundred hours of training in Pilates.
Source: MayoClinic.com
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