Understanding Cardiovascular Disease And How Pilates Can Help
Explore the complexities of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and identify specific cases where Pilates exercises and principles can be beneficial. Participants will delve into the science of cardiovascular disorders and the benefits of Pilates, emphasizing that it’s not just about increasing your heart rate. Discover how Pilates promotes improved circulation, enhances respiratory function, and supports overall heart health through mindful movement, breath control, low-impact exercises, and in some cases, higher intensity exercises.
Symmetry in Motion: Unilateral Reformer Exercises for Improved Strength and Balance.
Explore the theories of unilateral training and learn effective techniques to activate and strengthen core muscles on the Reformer. Discover how these movements challenge stability and proprioception, enabling your clients to achieve a more balanced body. Expand your repertoire of exercises that can be used for enhanced sports performance, injury prevention, and rehabilitation.
Pilates Tower Essentials and Creating Class Flow (Beginner/Intermediate)
Learn how to utilize the Plates Tower to create a balanced and flowing beginner to intermediate class that focuses on strengthening the core, legs, arms, and spine. Apply the principles of biomechanics to a series of classical and contemporary exercises that will flow together and minimize spring and position changes.
Pilates Tower Progressions: Enhancing Performance (Advanced)
Focus on a series of advanced exercises that use the full potential of the Plates Tower to promote strength, stability, and endurance Explore dynamic movements that focus on full range of motion, precision, and control. Apply the principles of biomechanics to a series of classical and contemporary exercises that focus on improved athletic performance.
Biomechanics in Motion: Elevate Your Pilates Tower Classes with Precision and Power (Intermediate)
Explore the application of key biomechanical principles to classical and contemporary Cadillac exercises, including Center of Gravity Net Muscle action forces, Kinetic Chains Lever Systems, and Momentum. Gain a new understanding of "Pilates Physics" and how these principles can benefit your clients' strengths and performance.
Pilates Arc on the Reformer
Explore the design of the Places Arc on the Reformer and learn the most efficient positions to use the arc in group classes and private sessions. Discover how to design creative and engaging exercise sequences with minimal position changes.
Athletic Flow for the Reformer & Jumpboard
Explore the principles of plyometric and interval training on the reformer and jump board, focusing on beginner to advanced exercises that enhance strength, flexibility, cardiovascular fitness, and coordination.
The Art of Progression: How to Transition from the Intermediate Reformer Exercises to the Advanced
A dynamic workshop designed to provide the skills to transition to the Advanced Reformer Repertoire. Deconstruct the exercises that challenge you and your clients. Dive into a repertoire that will safely challenge both you and your clients. Let's tackle Swan, Backstroke, Breaststroke, Snake, Tendon Stretch, and Star.
Please note that Continuing Education Credits are approved by the NPCP (formally PMA).