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The PNWP Blog
Thoughts and tips about the world of Pilates, from the experts at Pacific Northwest Pilates in Portland, Oregon
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No Proprioception? Reframe the Aim.
Movement instructors are often vexed when teaching a client who has poor proprioception (a.k.a. low body awareness) and/or by someone … Read more
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Bone Up With Pilates
The National Osteoporosis Foundation (NOF) declares that 54 million U.S. adults age 50 and older are affected by osteoporosis and … Read more
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PNWP Presents “Breath By Design” with Kim Kraushar
We’re pleased to present world renowned, BodyMind fitness innovator Kim Kraushar to Pacific Northwest Pilates this fall. Kim brings over … Read more
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PNWP COVID-19 | July 2022 Updates
Dearest PNWP Community, Beginning Monday, July 4, clients and instructors will be able to enter the studio without a mask. … Read more
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Tight Traps? Don’t be Tricked.
Tension of Traps often makes our clients want to stretch and get a massage. Melanie explains why a taut trap … Read more
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Multi-Planar Movement | Cervical Spine
Strength and endurance of deep core muscles are key to a healthy neck especially in conjunction with arm movement. Melanie … Read more
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Three Reasons Professional Athletes Turn to Pilates
It’s all over the news. Pro athletes have discovered what others have known for years—Pilates works. Pacific Northwest Pilates co-owner … Read more
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Reclaim the Clam!
The Clam is an excellent exercise…when executed well. Here, Melanie explains why she often uses a stability ball to facilitate … Read more
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Pilates: The Secret Sauce of Active Aging
Pacific NW Pilates (PNWP) has long-term clients of all ages. Among the most committed, successful and satisfied are those who … Read more
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Pilates and Pregnancy
There are many benefits to staying active and exercising during pregnancy. According to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists … Read more
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Shoulder Joint Instability
Squish the what?! Melanie provides precautions, tips and her favorite exercise-of-choice to center the glenohumeral joint for clients with shoulder … Read more
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SC Joint & why it matters
It’s easy to get fixated on the scapulae when working with Pilates clients. Melanie advises Pilates and movement professionals to … Read more
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