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Pilates

In this section, you will find information about Pilates; what it is, why it's beneficial for women over 60, and how it can help us improve our balance, posture, strength and so much more.

1 year ago

Why Feeling Good Should Be Your Only Fitness Goal After 60

If there’s one thing I’ve learned in my years of teaching Pilates, it’s that the way we feel in our bodies often tells us more than any scale, tape measure, or fitness app ever could. And yet, so many of us – even after decades of wisdom – find ourselves chasing quick fixes or short-term…

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2 years ago

5 Common Misconceptions About Pilates for Women Over 60

Pilates is often misunderstood, especially for women over 60 who might feel that their age or physical condition makes it challenging to engage in new forms of exercise. But the truth is, Pilates is one of the most effective, adaptable…

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2 years ago

Stay Fit on the Go: Best Practices for Exercise While Travelling

Hello fellow travellers! Ready to transform your travel experience? If you’re like me, your heart races at the thought of exploring new places. But let’s be real – staying fit and feeling your best while on the move can be a real challenge…

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2 years ago

How to Tweak Your Workout for the Most Benefit after 60

As we journey through midlife and beyond, our approach to fitness needs a bit of a tweak. It’s not about pushing harder or running faster; it’s about getting smarter with our workouts.
Whether you’ve been a lifelong fitness enthusiast…

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2 years ago

Starting Pilates at 60: An Efficient and Safe Way to Exercise

The idea of trying something new can be daunting. For many, hearing the word Pilates may conjure up an image of a flexible, youthful body performing challenging choreography or maybe a large group of people…

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2 years ago

Embracing Pilates: Easing Joint Pain and Embracing Mobility as We Age (Video)

As we journey through life, the passage of time often brings with it unwelcome companions – nagging joint pains and persistent aches. Those twinges in your knees or that discomfort in your back can cast a shadow on your daily activities…

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3 years ago

Age Is Just a Number: Reaping the Rewards of Pilates in Your Senior Years

If you’ve ever questioned whether Pilates is suitable for you as you embark on your golden years, let me assure you: age is just a number, and Pilates can be the key to unlocking a whole new chapter of vibrant living. But how exactly does Pilates…

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3 years ago

Pilates for Improved Balance: Preventing Falls in Adults over 50

Here’s a scary fact: for people over 50, being unable to stand on one foot for 10 seconds is associated with a higher risk of death from ANY cause within the following decade. That’s according to the findings of a recent study published in the British Journal…

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3 years ago

The Magic of Pilates and How it Helps to Improve your Quality of Life

When I first started doing Pilates seriously, it was after the birth of my two children, and I thought it would be a good way to strengthen my core. Little did I know that the benefits of Pilates would extend far beyond my abs!

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3 years ago

Pilates: Your Pathway to Better Balance

As we age, we start to lose our balance, and this increases our risk of falling. Did you know that our balance starts to decline between 40 and 50? In fact, falls are one of the most common reasons for emergency room visits among seniors…

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