Pilates
Pilates is a popular physical fitness program first developed in the early 20th century by Joseph Pilates. Exercises teach proper breathing, alignment of the spine, and the strengthening of deep torso muscles, which are important to help alleviate and prevent back pain.
Our Certified Pilates Instructor teaches the application of the therapeutic benefits of Pilates - which can aid in rehabilitating patients with rheumatoid arthritis, osteoporosis, hip replacements, rotator cuff problems and various sports-related injuries.
Mary Dyer
Dr. McKinzie endorses Pilates as a way to build core strength and rehab spinal injuries. Mary Dyer is an excellent instructor and offers classes and individual sessions. In 2004, Dyer began to incorporate Pilates into her own fitness routine. After seeing the benefits in her own life she sought out to become certified to instruct others and share her knowledge.
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Designed with routines for all ages and fitness levels in mind, Pilates can transform the way you look, feel and perform – regardless of your age or current physical condition.
The pretzel mermaid stretch. Reaching and stretching simultaneously to lengthen your sides.
The hamstring pull to increase your flexibility and prepare you for back stabilization and abdominal exercises.
This exercise, the single-leg stretch, develops abdominal strength and stability in the pelvic and back.
The Criss-Cross strengthens the obliques muscles to slenderize the waistline.
This exercise will strengthen the lower abdominal section as you learn to keep your abs (in and up).
The open leg rocker exercise will improve your balance as well as flexibility.
The upper is not ignored as small weights are used to strengthen your arms while strengthening the core.