Spot the Difference | Side Kick Kneeling

October 24, 2021

Side Kick Kneeling is a challenging advanced level STOTT PILATES mat exercise that targets the hip extensors and flexors on one leg while stabilizing the trunk and… Read more about Spot the Difference | Side Kick Kneeling

Arthritis & Knees

October 21, 2021

Asymmetrical dysfunctions in the body can be caused by a number of conditions.  Today Melanie Byford-Young takes a case-study approach with guest star client, Mary, who suffers… Read more about Arthritis & Knees

Pilates Injury Management—Quadratus Lumborum

September 22, 2021

Pilates instructors have a very important and distinctive role in the rehabilitative process. The principles of injury management provided in the STOTT PILATES® Injuries and Special Populations… Read more about Pilates Injury Management—Quadratus Lumborum

Hip Replacement & Restoring Balance in Hip Extension

September 21, 2021

Often therapists spend time focused on strength and range of motion post hip replacement, but quick reaction time, alignment, and preparing the body for multiple loading techniques… Read more about Hip Replacement & Restoring Balance in Hip Extension

PNWP’s Top Five Reasons for STOTT PILATES®

August 24, 2021

  The benefits of Pilates have been cited for years—improved flexibility, increased core strength and better posture lead the list of convincing buzzwords used to get any… Read more about PNWP’s Top Five Reasons for STOTT PILATES®

Therapeutic Exercise Vs. Skill Acquisition

August 18, 2021

Successfully bridge the gap between therapeutic exercises and skill acquisition with confidence as Melanie Byford-Young progresses through the phases of optimal hip extension in this episode. Clients… Read more about Therapeutic Exercise Vs. Skill Acquisition

Are your Hamstrings Really Tight?

July 20, 2021

Melanie Byford-Young debunks the tight hamstring myth and shares Andry Vleeming’s work on forces in fascial transmission of the back line.  Feel the differences of tension in… Read more about Are your Hamstrings Really Tight?

Exclusive Train-to-Teach Program Inspires Pilates Students in Training

July 18, 2021

The science of Pilates is learned in the classroom, but the art of teaching is revealed only when you receive the opportunity to teach. Every student training… Read more about Exclusive Train-to-Teach Program Inspires Pilates Students in Training

Therapeutic Pilates | Scapular Winging

June 21, 2021

Slowly and progressively retrain the motor control of altered shoulder mechanics and the eccentric winging of the scapulae.  Master Instructor, Melanie Byford-Young looks closely at what causes… Read more about Therapeutic Pilates | Scapular Winging

Travel Tips to Keep a Pilates Body

June 8, 2021

  Tricks for Surviving an 18-inch Airline Seat   After a year of being cooped-up, I dream about travel to faraway places, meeting new people and soaking… Read more about Travel Tips to Keep a Pilates Body

PNWP Mask Guidelines | May 2021

May 24, 2021

Below are our guidelines required for an individual to remove their mask in the studio: 1. Show proof vaccination. a. Bring a copy of your vaccination card… Read more about PNWP Mask Guidelines | May 2021

We’re Hiring: Experienced Pilates Instructor

May 16, 2021

Pacific Northwest Pilates (PNWP) is Portland’s premier Pilates studio and licensed STOTT PILATES® education center for top-level fitness training. We have immediate openings for qualified Pilates Instructors.… Read more about We’re Hiring: Experienced Pilates Instructor