Homework Tip: Find Your Core Breath

Posted in Homework on Feb 23, 2010

If you’ve been in a Carpe Diem Pilates class or one-on-one session, you know how important breathing is to every movement. The general rule for Pilates is to breathe out on the effort. When you forget to breathe, your muscles tense, while proper breathing helps the body stretch and release tension.

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Back Attack!

Posted in Health & Wellness Tips on Feb 23, 2010

Back pain can create so many problems – from minor annoyances and stiffness to debilitating pain that makes it difficult to accomplish day to day tasks. If you’ve suffered from back pain, you’re not alone. At Carpe Diem, we focus a great deal on ensuring that the movements and postures in Pilates work to strengthen your core and support your spine and avoid or alleviate back problem. 

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