What is DaVinci Bodyboard? The DaVinci BodyBoard class holds up to 4-6 students on a board, utilizing resistance bands from all sides of the board for a full body and varied workout. Classes are fun and invigorating! You will see and feel the difference in your body, build cardio endurance and support weight loss. With […]

How Do I Get Started at Pilates Studio City? The Initial Private Pilates Session is a consultation with a Private Pilates Instructor and also a workout! This session introduces you to the language and basic concepts of the “Core or Powerhouse” the Pilates Method utilizes. We recommend doing the Initial Private Session even if you […]

What is Redcord? Redcord is an exercise training technique developed in Norway in 1991. It focuses on gaining functional strength and ideal muscular body alignment by working the body from the “inside out.” Redcord works on the neuromuscular level to change ineffective movement habits and to establish stronger and more efficient muscular patterns. It is […]

Ouch! Help Pilates! Pilates is wonderful for back issues! Pilates is able to help in back pain treatment mainly in two ways. The first is by strengthening your muscles and making them more flexible, while the second is through improving your posture. Pilates enables your joints and muscles to become stronger and more flexible. By […]

“Pilates is designed to give you suppleness, natural grace, and skill that will be unmistakably reflected in the way you walk, in the way you play, and in the way you work.” -Joseph H. Pilates The Pilates Method is an approach in mind and body integration that was created by Joseph Pilates in the 1920’s. The fundamental principles […]

Pilates Mat and Pilates Equipment are fantastic workouts and complement each other. Pilates Mat is challenging because you are on your own and have to control and challenge your body with just that, your body and mind. The Pilates Equipment or Reformer is a great workout because you have the machine to support you and […]

A traditional Pilates mat exercise is called the roll-up, but this can be modified by bending the knees after getting into the standard position.

Meet Carl! “I went to the doctor a few years ago because I wasn’t feeling good and  I found out that I had high blood pressure. So, I started Pilates and my blood pressure has dropped, I lost 20 pounds, and I feel better. My back and body do not hurt anymore and I look forward […]

An ab exercise in Pilates that utilizes a ball involves tucking the knees into the chest and reaching the ball up over the ankles. Work on coordination and strength while toning your abdominal muscles.

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