Considerations when teaching post-natal Pilates By Sophie Contreras, Physiotherapist, APPI Educator and Unite Health Management Education Manager APPI Pilates is a fantastic form of exercise that everyone can benefit from, including post-natal women from the first few weeks after delivery, right up to returning to pre-pregnancy exercise levels. The...
Words of Wisdom from Healthcare Moms – Part I By Susan Czyzo (Bachelor of Physical Education and Health, Master of Science in Physical Therapy) Mother’s Day is almost upon us for another year. We may express different levels of enthusiasm for the day itself but hopefully we all appreciate and acknowledge the dedication of these tireless individuals. In...
Simple matwork variations with theraband Try this simple matwork variations theraband to add a bit of variety to some common APPI Pilates matwork exercises. Start in the rest position, shoulders flexed to 90 degrees holding a piece of light - medium theraband in both hands. Focus on the 5 key elements and add a small range horizontal...