Posts by Kristi Quinn

By Melissa Noble LMP, STOTT PILATES® Instructor and Instructor Trainer Many people wonder what the difference is between Pilates Matwork and the Equipment. A little pilates history is helpful to clarify the explanation. Joseph Pilates created the matwork after reading and studying several types of movement such as Yoga, Gymnastics, Boxing and exercise regimens of…

By Melissa Noble LMP, STOTT Pilates Instructor and Instructor Trainer Joint replacements of many varieties are becoming more and more common. Hip and knee replacements are most common, but they’re even doing ankles and shoulders now! These medical advances greatly improve quality of life for those people who were limited by joint pain and loss…

Many people ask if there is a lot of stretching in pilates. While there is not stretching in the way we might expect in Pilates, the stretching comes through the exercises and the movement. Many pilates teachers incorporate stretches in their classes or privates, this is not part of the original pilates workout but something…

If you’re already a swimmer, you might have some idea how pilates can help your swimming routine and decrease repetitive injuries. If you’re not a swimmer but looking for something aerobic to complement your pilates workouts, swimming is the perfect companion. Pilates and swimming are like sisters, both are composed of whole body actions combined…

Everyone says pilates helps your posture and allows you to stand taller. How does pilates affect your posture? When you start looking at posture in a body you have to take into consideration several things: 1. What kind of injuries has this body sustained, what type and part of the body 2. What daily activities…

It’s common knowledge that women need to exercise during pregnancy for the many benefits such as increased energy, reduced risk of gestational diabetes and less pregnancy weight gain. Even though there are many benefits to exercise during pregnancy, you should always get your doctor’s permission before starting a new exercise program. This is especially true…