In the video, Melanie explains that movement professionals will almost certainly encounter clients with arthritis—ranging from those struggling with fine motor skills like a pincer grip to athletes managing chronic … Read more
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In this short clip, Melanie Byford-Young explains genu varum. Cindi is an active hiker and cyclist who has a structural variation known as genu varum—“genu” meaning knees, and “varum” describing … Read more
At Pacific Northwest Pilates, we see clients from all walks of life—people who are active, people in pain, people with big goals, and people who just want to feel like … Read more
Some people struggle with body awareness, or proprioception—the ability to sense where their body is in space and how it moves. While it’s tempting to repeatedly ask, “Can you feel … Read more
As we transition into the fall season, Pacific Northwest Pilates is excited to announce our new lineup of group classes, available both in-studio and online! Whether you prefer the energy … Read more
As we dive into the heart of summer, it’s time to talk about a common seasonal phenomenon: flip flop foot. What started as a fresh pair of flat flip flops … Read more
Working with clients who have arthritis in their hands is a common scenario at Pacific Northwest Pilates. Whether it’s osteoarthritis from repetitive tasks like typing or pinching, or rheumatoid arthritis … Read more
June 2024 is set to be an exhilarating month for Pilates professionals, thanks to The Synergy Series—a unique collaboration between Pacific Northwest Pilates (PNWP) and Melanie Byford-Young Education. This series … Read more