Getting ready to run a marathon, purchase a ski pass for the winter season, or join in the Portland Bridge Pedal? The STOTT PILATES® Jumpboard™ is a Reformer accessory … Read more
Therapeutic Pilates
Melanie provides great tips, cues and insight as to how to strengthen the torso and cervical spine in multi-planar and multi-loaded ways using the Split Pedal Stability Chair.
Strength and endurance of deep core muscles are key to a healthy neck especially in conjunction with arm movement. Melanie shows how you can regress and progress prone extension exercises … Read more
The Clam is an excellent exercise…when executed well. Here, Melanie explains why she often uses a stability ball to facilitate movement, and what to look for and avoid. … Read more
Pacific NW Pilates (PNWP) has long-term clients of all ages. Among the most committed, successful and satisfied are those who practice Pilates to stay flexible, strong, balanced and active in … Read more
There are many benefits to staying active and exercising during pregnancy. According to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), 150 minutes of moderately intense weekly exercise is beneficial … Read more
Squish the what?! Melanie provides precautions, tips and her favorite exercise-of-choice to center the glenohumeral joint for clients with shoulder joint instability, a history of dislocations and/or pain, clicking and … Read more
It’s easy to get fixated on the scapulae when working with Pilates clients. Melanie advises Pilates and movement professionals to look closely at the sternoclavicular (SC) joint too! … Read more