Leslie Braverman

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Hip Rolls on the Pilates Reformer is a favorite for promoting fluid, articulated movement of the spine, opening up the front of the hips and targeting the hip extensors.   … Read more

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Love it BUT don’t leave it. Spinal rotation in all its forms is one of Melanie’s most useful movement tools to restoring client movement. In a side-lying position on a … Read more

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Spine Twist Sitting is an essential STOTT PILATES exercise. It teaches a client how to rotate well through the thoracic and cervical spine. Spinal rotation is a necessity of daily … Read more

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Standing Thigh Stretch is a modification frequently used for clients to reduce pressure on the knees. This starting position—with the front foot on the floor instead of on the bar—does … Read more

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 What’s pulling you down? In clients with head forward posture, Melanie identifies three key areas in the body that contribute to this downward pull and gives tips for re-integrating … Read more

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Fresh powder means it’s time to hit the slopes. Melanie Byford-Young and studio guest star, Jacquelyn Dokke demonstrate a ski conditioning series on reformer that adds challenge and plyometrics to … Read more

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Uh-oh. Avoid tripping this year. Fall prevention is crucial for clients with osteoporosis who are more susceptible to bone injury. Melanie’s therapeutic tip explains how instructors can use Side-Star series … Read more

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Elongate the erector spinae and start the new year with fresh movement inspiration. Melanie’s focus today is on the erector spinae and how to restore the flexion relaxation response in … Read more