The Muscle You Forgot to Train: Your Diaphragm
Introduction When we think about muscles we want to strengthen, we often think about the abdominals, glutes, legs or back. But there is one important muscle working every moment of…
The Lumbar Spine: How Pilates Can Support Better Movement
Your lower back works hard every day. It helps you bend, walk, sit, stand, lift, turn and move through everyday activities. Because it is involved in so much of what…
Why Age Should Never Be the Only Factor in Exercise Selection
Introduction Age can tell us something about a person, but it does not tell us everything about how they move. Two people of the same age can have completely different…
Why Does Sitting All Day Affect Your Body? The Anatomy of Prolonged Sitting
Sitting is a normal part of everyday life. We sit at our desks, in the car, during meals, and while relaxing at home. The problem isn't sitting itself. It's spending…
Understanding Scapular Movement: More Than Shoulder Stability
When we talk about shoulder health and movement, the focus is often placed on stability. We hear cues such as “keep your shoulders down,” “pull your shoulder blades back,” or…
