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Exercise increases your body’s core temperature and so it can trigger a bout of flushing, facial redness and itchy skin – the key symptoms of rosacea. However, low-intensity exercises such as Pilates, yoga and barre can help. “Not only will Pilates stretch you while keeping your heart rate down, but it’s been proven to reduce … More Rosacea and Pilates

“Older people need Pilates lessons for their birthday instead of chocolates”, says Diana Moran, the ‘Green Goddess’ exercise guru from BBC breakfast TV in the 1980s. She has recently co-written a book, Sod Sitting, Get Moving! with Prof Sir Muir Gray, clinical advisor to Public Health England. Prof Gray urged older people to find exercise classes that … More Older people need Pilates lessons for their birthday

Sarcopenia is a disease associated with the ageing process. It leads to loss of muscle mass and strength, which in turn affects balance, gait and overall ability to perform tasks of daily living. This news clip sent in by a client, describes a study that found that exercising in middle and old age can help “turn back … More Sarcopenia and Exercise

Joseph Pilates said: “A few well-designed movements, properly performed in a balanced sequence, are worth hours of sloppy calisthenics or forced contortion.” He believed that his methods offered a more targeted and efficient route to physical and emotional wellbeing than other exercises methods performed without the same emphasis on good technique.

Several papers recently reported Nicole Scherzinger posting a picture defying gravity with an “amazing” pilates pose on the cadillac (trapeze table). Click to read the article from the Evening Standard. Here am I in the same pose.

Pilates features in a Telegraph article about next year’s fitness trends. “Instead of mindlessly smashing HIIT sessions in the gym, we’re going to slow down the pace with LISS training and Pilates.” “Pilates has been around since the start of 20th century, but men are finally starting to take it seriously. Perhaps spurred on by … More 2018 Fitness Trends

I am happy to report that I recently gained a certificate from Active IQ in Level 3 Physical Activity and Health Considerations for the Older Adult. Although we slow down and lose strength and flexibility as we age, by keeping physically active we can delay the aging process by 10-20 years. Benefits of physical activity for … More Pilates for the Older Adult

If you are alaready a Strictly and Pialtes fan, you won’t be surprised to learn tath Debbie’s impressive flecibility an dcore strength comes from her regular practiec of yoga and Pilates. “Combined with Pilates ensures that McGee’s core is strong and her posture is perfect. Celebrity Pilates instructor Lynne Robinson told The Telegraph earlier this year that … More Pilates celebs: Debbie McGee