Biomechanics of the Pilates Mat Abdominal Series
The Pilates Mat Abdominal Series consists of two exercises at the beginner level and the addition of three more for a total of five exercises at the intermediate/advanced level. All five Pilates Abdominal Series exercises are performed with the client supine. Lower Body All five Pilates Abdominal Series exercises are performed with one or both legs brought up into the …
Manual Therapy Certification for Pilates Instructors
Why should a Pilates Instructor Become Certified in Manual Therapy? At first, it might not seem intuitive that a Pilates Instructor should consider working toward a Certification in Manual Therapy. After all, Pilates Instructors are in the world of Movement Therapy, not Manual Therapy. However, there are actually many reasons why they should consider this. Joe Pilates was effectively a …