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 shows how you can regress and progress prone extension exercises for the cervical spine.    

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 practice Pilates to stay flexible, strong, balanced and active in maturity. Pilates keeps golf games, hiking, biking, skiing, etc., safer, more effective and more fun. There’s plenty of evidence to support investing in exercise you … Read more

New Year fitness resolution? Think bigger. Step smaller.

  “Getting fit” is always one of my top New Year’s resolutions. Each year I decide what it will take to reach my goal—exercise four days a week, cut out all desserts and get in shape to dance a ballet. Typically, I’m overwhelmed by my resolution before the New Year’s Eve ball has dropped in … Read more