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Thoughts and tips about the world of Pilates, from the experts at Pacific Northwest Pilates in Portland, Oregon
Pilates Pros: Spotlight on the Piriformis
People with a history of lower back pain, SIJ instability, sciatic nerve pain or piriformis syndrome may come to Pilates … Read more
IQ of Movement 2023 | Annual Conference
Pacific Northwest Pilates’ IQ of Movement Conference happens only one time a year. Don’t miss your opportunity to train with … Read more
Eyes Wide Open: Observation is a Pilates Art
There’s an art to observation. PNWP education students often ask how to see something that is not immediately obvious. It … Read more
“Un-Stick” the Scapulae to Stabilize
Learn a series of exercise progressions on the Pilates Reformer to help the scapulae glide and slide along the ribcage … Read more
What’s Your Pilates Reset Exercise?
Ever do too much and wish you could hit the reset button? Well, you can. A Pilates reset exercise is … Read more
Back Pain Solutions with Melanie Byford-Young
Back pain is one of the most common physical complaints, but it’s far from simple. According to recent research, movement … Read more
Get Dynamic Hips to Prevent Trips
Using the Pilates Stability Chair as a tool to retrain, re-balance and coordinate the muscles around the hip and trunk, … Read more
Bump-Up a Pilates Workout with Jumps
Getting ready to run a marathon, purchase a ski pass for the winter season, or join in the Portland … Read more
Three More Things an Excellent Pilates Teacher Never Says
It’s true. Many experience satisfaction and results from gym and popular programs while others report injuries. Nevertheless, Pilates can serve … Read more
Moving to PNWP | Gyrotonic® & Alexander Technique
This month you’ll see a new face at Pacific Northwest Pilates. We’re excited to announce Alex Ballard of Ballard Movement … Read more
Bend Your Pilates for a Bow-Legged Body
Bowed legs (genu verum) is and outward bowing at the knee—the lower leg is angled inward (medially) in relation to … Read more
Falling Down Much? | Build Up Capacity
Slips, trips, and falls can happen to anyone. Here, Melanie explains how building better capacity in all planes may help … Read more