Pilates Progressions Program

Lots of great questions tonight as well as follow up to previous podcasts including discussions on:

how to work with the toe corrector /toe gizmo for bunionsspecific cueing strategies for working with sciatica and finding the muscle imbalancehow to work with a hernia of any kindmore info on Thread the Needle and Reverse Swanhow muscle balancing can help pinched nerves

Tonight we had great questions about the exercises Feet in Straps: Frog, Lunge and Reverse Swan.  We talked about neutral pelvis and how and why to maintain it.  We also talked about the upcoming Pilates on Tour in Phoenix.  Don't miss it!

Tonight Larry answers questions about the financial side of running a Pilates studio including how to analyze the debt to income ratio and how to look at studio financials and budgeting.  Additionally, Katrina talks about almond and coconut milk - how to make your own for health and budget reasons.  Follow up questions about working with pregnant clients especially those that are also working out at a gym or other places.

Tonight we talked about pregnancy protocols in relation to specific exercises (Elephant, Arabesque, Jackrabbit).  We also discussed feeling like you don't know what you are doing when you first start and what being passionate about teaching really means.  Also, Pilates on Tour is coming to Phoenix!  We discussed what is included and what you'll get out of it.

How to work with clients that have dislocated their shoulder(s) in the past in the Pilates studio.  We are also covering specifics on working with clients that have Lupus - what it is and how it affects their life and workouts.

It's "itis" night!  We discussed bursitis and plantar fascitis specifically - the who, what, when, where and why.  The case study we had was a lady with hip bursitis and possible femoral nerve pain.  Then we covered what plantar fascitis is and how to work with it and help people get out of pain!

What is the glut - hamstring connection and how do they work together?  Is RICE really the best to help healing?  How should I work with clients that have knock knees or bow legs?  Where can I get CECs for the PMA?  All these answered PLUS fabulous arnica ointment recipe!

Tonight we are talking about dealing with the cold season as a Pilates instructor, particularly the cancelation policies.  Bonus!  Recipes to keep you well during this season!  Also, we cover questions about the psoas, long versus short strap use on the Reformer and opposition with in the exercises.

Lots of great questions about things such as cueing Long Back Stretch on the Tower, getting the best work situation, trying to not learn unused choreography, working with odd gait patterns and adductor imbalances.  We also talked about Value Adding Statements some more of course!

Tonight we had a great case study about an injury to the SI area after a hip replacement.  We discussed IT bands, foam rollers, muscle balancing and much more!