I had been in contact with students and friends who were struggling with their bodies. They felt pain in the back, neck and also numbness in their glutes. I am not here to announce a new method created by me who can perform miracles for these students; but it is more of a sharing that […]
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Your 1 Minute Pilates Core Workout
Play the above video and if you have been working out for a while. Go grab a mat now and try it out. This is just a teaser practice. If you find it quite challenging, it is time for you to start a proper practice with a qualified instructor near you. 1 minute of proper […]
Is Pilates group class safe and effective in the gym?
Have you attended a pilates mat class in the gym, and felt that your back was aching more than your abdominal muscles? Although you felt your abs were worked, you felt more back and neck strains after class. Your hip flexors might also be overworked and felt really sore the next day. However, your physiotherapists […]
Pilates Matwork Classes in Lisbon, Portugal
I am slowly settling in Lisbon after a week’s long of yoga vacation in Azores, Sao Miguel. Just taught a yoga class this morning and hope to share more on the benefits of Pilates this week. Starting this Thursday, 4th May, 6.30pm at Arjuna Yoga Anjos, I am teaching Pilates Matwork Beginner’s Level during my […]
PILATES WORKOUT 6 Sessions in 6 hours
Feasting is almost over and this is the time to set your priority to put in some time for the well being of your body on weekly or even daily basis. When you make a choice and just commit for a period of time, you will see the result! Do not use time as an […]
Breathe, Balance and Build Strength
I have been teaching students from university to working adults, ie, 20 – 60 year olds. Many find certain poses challenging for them as they feel that they are weak. Understanding that you are weak in your abdominal muscles, arms, legs or shoulders are linked to your center, your core; this understanding […]
Difference between Pilates and Yoga
Name one of the differences between Pilates and Yoga. They are different and should not be compared but I will share how one of the Pilates exercises that can benefit you. Pilates has exercises that works on spinal articulation (initiating from head to roll up, from tail to roll down). Pilates spinal articulation exercises targets […]
Benefits of Dhanurasana (Bow Pose)
Dhanurasana (Bow Pose) Physical Benefits Strengthens the back and abdominal muscles Opens up the chest, neck and shoulders Stimulates the reproductive organs Relieves menstrual discomfort and constipation Mental Benefits Reduces stress level and fatigue Improves concentration Energetic (Pranic) Benefits Stimulates Manipura chakra, Increases the digestive fire Contraindications Do not practise this pose if you have high or […]
Headstand (Sirshasana)
HEADSTAND (SIRSHASANA) Headstand (Sirshasana) is really a blessing and a nectar. Words will fail to adequately describe its beneficial results and effects. In this Asana alone, the brain can draw plenty of Prana (vital life force) and blood. This acts against the force of gravity and draws and abundance of blood from the heart. Memory […]