Pilates springboard class “The body is a series of moving parts, and when you get one area working better, the effect goes through the system.” This quote by Margot McKinnon defines the following Pilates Springboard class. It is the reason that some of the simplest elements have such a profound impact on the body. My…
What is Naturopathy? When I first heard of Naturopathic Medicine, I had no idea what it was. Part of me thought it was some energetic voo-doo method that helped people by getting them to simply think themselves back to health and by taking lots of expensive supplements and vitamins. They also avoided medical intervention and…
Pilates sequence with balance cushion I love playing with Pilates props! It is amazing how adding a small little device can completely enhance, and even change, a particular movement or exercise. My prop “du jour” is the balance cushion. At Body Harmonics, we refer to it as the SitFit. I use it at home for…
Should you take part in a Pilates Instagram challenge or not? A few years ago I begrudgingly delved into the world of Instagram in order to explore what all the hype was about. For the next two years, I took part in Pilates Instagram challenges out of obligation. Doing my exercises and then having to…
Pilates myths Do you remember your first Pilates experience? I definitely remember mine! A colleague and I decided to try a beginner mat class taught by an impeccably graceful and articulate former dancer. At the time, the words and movements–“let your body fall into the mat”, “feel your bones moving”, “move from your centre”–were foreign, frustrating, and…
Have you ever gone out for a run and felt your body get tighter and stiffer? Your knees, back, feet and everything hurts more as you pound the pavement. Your chest is ready to explode because you forgot to breathe. You try to maintain your good running form, but you just can’t stop focusing on…
Whether you’re new to running, training for a marathon, or an experienced runner looking for a new perspective, Pilates is one of the best ways to complement this sport. I first tried running in high school with the naïve goal of loosing weight and eliminating my extra jiggle. I heard it was great exercise and…
Boost your flexibility with Fascial Stretch Therapy Do you ever crave that amazing, deep stretch you cannot quite get on your own no matter how much you stretch? Do you need to boost your flexibility in everyday life, for a sport or activity you love to do? Do you feel twisted and imbalanced all of…
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