Yoga Can Hurt, Not Help

The much discussed NY Times article:  How Yoga Can Wreck Your Body 
interviews a yoga guru, Glenn Black, who is the expert many people, including many instructors,  go to to recover from their yoga injuries!  With an increase in the popularity of yoga in past years, yoga injuries are a common problem. 

The article goes on to say how dangerous yoga can be due to many factors: inexperienced instructors, too big classes, hot rooms which encourage hyperextension of warm muscles, and weekend warriors with underlying problems among the many issues.  His advice, “the vast majority of people” should give up yoga altogether. It’s simply too likely to cause harm. He also says, “Yoga is for people in good physical condition. Or it can be used therapeutically. It’s controversial to say, but it really shouldn’t be used for a general class.”

We acknowledge there can be benefits of yoga when taught properly and there are also similarities to Pilates including: breathe, concentration, mind-body connection; however they are two entirely different practices.  Pilates is mainly focused on the core, spine health, lengthening and opening your vertebrae. We do connect to our minds and spirits therefor living happier lives.  At Easton Pilates there are only small classes with a classically-trained, master-level instructor who is looking at the students watching, fixing, and educating students about their bodies. We prevent injuries and help those who have injuries return to wellness through Pilates and Myofascial release.

 

               Easton Pilates Studio serving Easton~ Mansfield~ Canton~Foxboro~ Stoughton~  Sharon~ Norton-

                          

We welcome students! 

         Easton Pilates offers Pilates group, semi-private, private classes and Myofascial release services in the studio.  Private and in-home instruction is available.  Mat and Barre, Reformer and Cadillac classes are available.
~Increase core strength & flexibility, reduce back pain~
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Join Us for a Speaking Engagement at the Ames Free Library! TONIGHT!!

Where: Ames Free Library

When: April 29th, 6:30-7:30 pm

Topic: The Whole-listic Body Approach

Join Judy Hudson for an informative discussion on a better way to live in your body. We will discuss chronic pain, exercise and how myofascial release techniques and Pilates can help change old bracing patterns that stop us from living our lives to our fullest potential. How Pilates exercise compliments myofascial release.

Topics of Discussion:

• The changing face of health care. Drug free treatments.There is an alternative. There is help!
• What is Myofascial Pain Release?
• Home programs for self pain management
• What is Pilates? How does it differ from other forms of exercise?
• Pilates vs. Yoga! What is the difference and how do I choose?
• Spine & joint health. Compression vs. lengthening.
• Pilates machines. Spring resistance vs. weights.
• Pilates for post surgery, athletes and beginners.
• Myofascial and Pilates demos with audience participation.

 

 

               Easton Pilates Studio serving Easton~ Mansfield~ Canton~Foxboro~ Stoughton~  Sharon~ Norton-

                          

We welcome students! 

         Easton Pilates offers Pilates group, semi-private, private classes and Myofascial release services in the studio.  Private and in-home instruction is available.  Mat and Barre, Reformer and Cadillac classes are available.
~Increase core strength & flexibility, reduce back pain~
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Is This You?

Which one of these photos mirrors your posture?  Remember to keep your Pilates' posture with you outside of class.  Get up every so often and walk around when you spend long periods at a computer. And more importantly, commit to a regular Pilates schedule!

 

 

               Easton Pilates Studio serving Easton~ Mansfield~ Canton~Foxboro~ Stoughton~  Sharon~ Norton-

                          

We welcome students! 

         Easton Pilates offers Pilates group, semi-private, private classes and Myofascial release services in the studio.  Private and in-home instruction is available.  Mat and Barre, Reformer and Cadillac classes are available.
~Increase core strength & flexibility, reduce back pain~
Eastonpilates.com     twitter.com/eastonpilates     Facebook/EastonPilates

Are We Sitting Our Lives Away?

In the NY Times article: Get Up. Get Out. Don't Sit. by Gretchen Reynolds, she discusses recent studies which connect our sedentary lifestyles with loss of life expectancy.  Reynolds points out that even if you exercise each day, you are at risk.  The article recommends getting up periodically from your desk to move around, standing at times or even investing in a standing desk.  And, cutting down time in front of the TV.

Since we are Pilates devotees, we can also incorporate Pilates into our work lives if we sit at a desk for long periods of time. Some tips are:

• Chair height should be such that your knees are 90 degrees
• Your eyes should be level at your computer screen
• Engage your core and don't slump your shoulders 
• Try switching your chair out for a large exercise ball and engage your core for balance
• Keep your wrists straight when your type
• Set a timer to go off every half hour and walk over to take a water break
• Use a speaker phone instead of tilting your head into a phone 
• Take time to breath deeply while sitting
• Remember your beautiful pilates posture and keep it going outside of class! 

To read the article in its entirety click here:
http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/10/17/get-up-get-out-dont-sit/

Want to learn more work wellness tips? Contact Easton Pilates and learn more about having Judy Hudson speak to your work group about ergonomics, reducing/preventing back and neck pain and living life better through Pilates!

 

               Easton Pilates Studio serving Easton~ Mansfield~ Canton~Foxboro~ Stoughton~  Sharon~ Norton-

                          

We welcome students! 

         Easton Pilates offers Pilates group, semi-private, private classes and Myofascial release services in the studio.  Private and in-home instruction is available.  Mat and Barre, Reformer and Cadillac classes are available.
~Increase core strength & flexibility, reduce back pain~
Eastonpilates.com     twitter.com/eastonpilates     Facebook/EastonPilates

Pilates Power

Are you still thinking about starting pilates or including pilates into your workout mix?  Check out the quotes below from some celebrities who are hooked!

Pilates is amazing, my posture is so much better and I'm even starting to get muscles on my tummy - it's incredible.
Kelly Osbourne

My back was just destroyed after pregnancy. I almost had to have surgery, until I did Pilates and rebuilt my body.
Melissa McCarthy

And right away as soon as I started doing Pilates, about 2 to 3 weeks into it I could tell that my clothes were already fitting differently. And I felt stronger than ever. My core felt tighter than ever.
Daisy Fuentes

Fortunately for you Easton Pilates, a classic Pilates studio with a master level instructor is avaliable to you locally!

 

               Easton Pilates Studio serving Easton~ Mansfield~ Canton~Foxboro~ Stoughton~  Sharon~ Norton-

                          

We welcome students! 

         Easton Pilates offers Pilates group, semi-private, private classes and Myofascial release services in the studio.  Private and in-home instruction is available.  Mat and Barre, Reformer and Cadillac classes are available.
~Increase core strength & flexibility, reduce back pain~
Eastonpilates.com     twitter.com/eastonpilates     Facebook/EastonPilates