by Laura Helsel | Feb 16, 2022 | Biomechanics, Fitness, Franklin Method, Hip Stability, IT Band, Pelvic Floor, Pilates, Teaching Tips, Tight Hip Flexors
Strengthening the gluteal muscles is recommended for virtually every hip and knee issue that exists. From patellar femoral syndrome and hip impringement to tight IT bands and dropped arches, improving the strength of the big power muscles of the bum are a key component to recovery. What to do when they don’t cooperate?
by Laura Helsel | Nov 11, 2021 | Biomechanics, Home Workouts, Pain management, Pilates, Rotator Cuff rehab
Shoulder pain is extremely common amongst the 50+ age group and it often develops without traumatic impact to the joint. No falling, no car accident, just a quickly developing annoyance that can limit the joint’s range of motion, greatly interfere with sleep and cause...
by Laura Helsel | May 26, 2020 | Biomechanics, Low Back Pain, Pain management
A good office chair can make a difference. But there is no level of chair that can make your body happy with static positions. And sometimes, less support makes things better.
by Laura Helsel | Feb 25, 2020 | Biomechanics, Fitness, Hip Stability, IT Band, Pain management, Tight Hip Flexors
Pilates Mat classes focus on core strength but for some, the work is felt in the hip flexor muscles instead. Simple tips to improve muscle balance can help shift the work back to the abdominals.
by Laura Helsel | Jan 5, 2020 | Biomechanics, Fitness, Pilates, stretching
Multiple studies have indicated negative effects from stretching regimes including a loss of strength and a greater chance of injury. Adjusting your stretching regime may help you gain mobility without a loss of power.
by Laura Helsel | Nov 8, 2019 | Biomechanics, Pilates, Pilates Teacher Training, Teaching Tips
“See all. Ignore most. Correct the essential.”
This Eric Franklin quote highlights the challenge we face as teachers in deciding when to correct and when it’s more powerful and positive to pass. It’s not about the cue it’s about the result.