Everything You Need to Know About the Mind-Body Connection in Clinical Pilates
There’s a lot of talk these days about the value of mindfulness in our daily lives. Whether it’s taking a few minutes to sit and think about what we’re grateful for, or taking a walk without our phones to take in some of the world’s beauty, we’re often encouraged to make more space for mindfulness. […]
How to Safely Resume Physical Activity Post-Injury
Whether it’s an acute injury, such as a sprain that happens during casual sports, or something built up over years of repetitive motion such as at work, injuries can become a serious obstacle to living your life at its fullest and hold you back from doing the things you love to do. Returning to a […]
4 Hidden Causes of Leg Pain Worth Knowing About
Have you ever woken up or gone about your day, and then felt an unusual pain in your legs? It can be a frustrating problem to deal with, particularly if you’re not sure what the cause is. Leg pain can range from a mild (but annoying) stiffness, all the way to near-debilitating pain that makes […]
Fascial Release or Stretch Therapy? Why Not Both?
If you’ve been looking for a solution to chronic pain, muscle injury, or limited range of motion, you’ve probably come across a number of different treatments that sound alike, if not identical. Determining which treatment is right for you can be a challenge, especially when two treatments initially look quite similar. This is the case […]
Fun Ways to Keep Your Body Moving and Prevent Summer Boredom
The hottest season of the year is upon us all! With the weather officially warmed up and the sun shining for hours, summer is the perfect time to find some new ways to get moving outdoors, preventing boredom and making sure your body is in tip-top shape along the way. Check out these ten fun […]
Strengthening for Sports: Best Exercises to Prevent Injury
For many of us, sports are a key part of everyday life. Whether you regularly practice with a team, enjoy the weekend by mountain biking on the trails, or simply like to get active by playing with friends, the physical, mental, and social benefits of sports are well-known. Of course, playing sports demands strength, flexibility, […]
Bladder Leaks? How ProActive Pilates Can Help You Regain Continence and Confidence
Did you know that more than 3.5 million Canadians (about 10% of the entire population) deal with urinary incontinence, or UI? Did you also know that women are vastly more affected by UI, with 1 in 4 women middle-aged or older reported experiencing urinary incontinence? These are the facts according to several studies of UI […]
Breathing Basics for Stress Reduction and Anxiety Relief
We all deal with stress and anxiety from time to time. Perhaps you’re juggling a lot at work, managing multiple clients, major meetings, and crucial deadlines all at the same time. Maybe looking after your kids has got you feeling the all-too-common parental pressure. You might be a student trying to strike the difficult balance […]
Balancing Act: Prioritizing Self-Care Through Clinical Pilates in a Woman’s Busy World
As women, we lead busy lives! We’re professionals, parents, partners, family, and friends, and sometimes, life can quickly stack up around us. If you’re anything like me, all these responsibilities can sometimes feel overwhelming, leaving you with little time or energy left for self-care. Self-care is a term that gets thrown around a lot. And […]
Muscle Pain? It Might Actually Be Your Fascia. Signs to Look For
We’ve all dealt with muscle pain from seemingly simple activities—whether it’s a long day at work or simply sleeping funny on your neck. But did you know that some of the time, the culprit behind your pain isn’t the muscles at all? In many cases, the pain you feel is actually caused by the wrapping […]