Heads Up on Your Body

Archive for April, 2008

Respect Yourself: Be The Best You Can Be” with Caroline Phipps

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Should I Eat Salt?
Are you confused about salt? You are not alone! It appears to be another one of those food subjects that has created a great deal of confusion.
There is nothing fundamentally bad about salt per se. If you look at the way ancient civilizations went about the business of nourishing themselves, they always […]

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Morton’s Foot

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As a pilates instructor, I see a lot of feet. Feet come in all shapes, sizes, toe nail polish colors, tattoos, toe rings, low arches, high arches…. the list goes on. Feet also come in different levels of cleanliness, but that’s topic for a future post!
Another thing that separates one foot from another is toe […]

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Pilates and Spinal Stenosis

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I got an email recently from a woman who’s been diagosed with spinal stenosis. Here is the email I received:
“Elaine, I just found your website, WOW.I have recently been diagnosed with lumbar stenosis. Never had an issue with this or anything else physically. Just had an epidural, did get some relief, but it is still […]

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Pilates Mat Classes, Videos, Equipment, Books- What’s What

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I was inspired to write this post after a conversation with a few people on a Bookie Boo forum called, “I don’t get pilates”. Stephanie posted that she tried a video and wasn’t really getting a good work out or feeling much after using it.
The conversation was a good reminder for me that not everyone […]

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Comparing Yourself to Others in Pilates Class

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When you’re in a pilates class, do you ever look over at the person next to you and think…
“She is so much more flexible than I am!”“I’m so fat compared to her!”“I’ll never be as good as him!”In a group setting, it’s tempting to fall into this way of thinking, but don’t let your head […]

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Types of Pilates Certification Programs

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Have you ever thought of becoming a pilates instructor? There are many different certification programs out there to choose from. Each has its similarities and differences. The most important thing is for you to find the right program for you- one that you feel comfortable with, proud to be part of, and that teachs the […]

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Pilates is: Being in the Moment

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I’ve been listening to Oprah and Eckhart Tolle’s XM Radio class on his book, The New Earth. They also talk about another book of his, The Power of Now, and how it is to “live in the now” and “live in the moment”.
How often do you make a point live in the moment, and being […]

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The Low Plank

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This low plank is not really technically a pilates exercise, but its often taught in mat classes and I teach it all the time. Its a great way to strengthen the abs, lengthen the midline, and work on using the breath to help yourself get through the exercise!This is a very challenging exercise, especially if […]

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Take Control of Your Destiny

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If you don’t like the situation you’re faced with, you have the power to change it!

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What to Expect From Your First Pilates Session

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When you decide to sign up for your first private pilates session, you might be wondering what to expect. What’s going to happen during the hour? How will you feel? What should you bring or wear?
Here is an overview of what to expect during a typical, classical pilates session for the first time.What should you […]

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