Pilates and Back Pain – Part 1

At one time or other back pain will blight many of our lives.  This three part series of back pain looks at how the spine works and what makes it works, what can go wrong, and how to help put it right. This first part is all about the anatomy of the spine.  All the intricate [...]

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Arthritis and Pilates

In recent years, Pilates has become popular with everyone from the pop singer Madonna to Sunderland Football club. First developed in the 1920’s, it is now practised by people with many types of arthritis. Pilates helps to strengthen the core muscles deep within your chest, back, stomach and pelvis. What is Pilates? Pilates exercises are [...]

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Heather’s Newsletter 17th October 2011

Last week was Back Care Awareness Week 2011… this year it focused on school children (and teachers) and how bad postures, carrying bags that are too heavy and poorly designed chairs and work stations can contribute to the rising number of children with back pain, with more than 120,000 of them  seeing a doctor before [...]

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The Healthy Back Quiz

Make sure your back is in tip-top condition by taking this quick quiz: Could your lifestyle put you at risk of ongoing back pain? Do you think about back pain in the right way? Answer this short quiz and see how healthy your back will be in the future. CSP Healthy Back Quiz If you need more information about back health, [...]

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Pilates for Men – how we can adapt the class for you!

Pilates was a man, so why are men so scarce in Pilates? Some responses are: “It’s for women!” “My legs don’t move like THAT!” “It’s for dancers!” “I feel too uncoordinated!” “It’s not a real workout because you don’t sweat!” “I hate to stretch!” Men participate is so many sports and activities that Pilates can [...]

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Relaxation and Pregnancy

Being pregnant places extra demands on your body in many ways, and as such places extra stress on your body.  That’s not to say that being pregnant is stressful per se, but the extra demands can often take their toll. Simple breathing to help you keep calm and carry on! Physiological response When we are [...]

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Relaxed Breathing

We all need help unwinding; allow yourself to breathe…

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