Bow Pose Stretch

Kate is assisting Ashley on the box with Bow Pose Stretch. This stretch builds flexibility and strength in the spine and the entire back. #pilates #pointlomapilates #sandiego #stretching #kidsfitness #kidsdopilates #scoliosis #spinehealth #pilatezenergy #pilateslover #bowpose #balancedbodyreformer @sdlibragirlmegan @kate.medley

Ashley Demonstrating Footwork Series

Ashley, demonstrating her Footwork series. Due to Ashley’s, scoliosis, body weight and height I used the high bar with only 3 springs total: 2 red and 1 blue. The Footwork Series helps correct imbalances in the body without the interference of gravity. Often clients make the mistake of rushing through their Footwork so they can move on to more challenging exercises; however, the footwork series is an essential part of preparing the body for breath, as well as stretching the legs, and hamstrings. Click on the link to this article to learn more: CENTERWORKS BLOG - Benefits of Pilates Reformer Footwork. #pilates #footwork #reformer #balancedbodyreformer #pointlomapilates #scoliosis #kidsfitness #kidsdopilates #health #sandiegopilates #healthyspine @sdlibragirlmegan @kate.medley

Ashley Demonstrating Side Leg Stretch

Smiles all the way around @pilatezenergy! Ashley cooling down with a side leg stretch on the #Balancedbodyreformer. Kate instructed her to turn out both feet and square the hips, while slowly pushing the carriage out until she feels a deep stretch in her inner thigh….HOLD, HOLD and #breathe #pilates #pointlomapilates #sandiego #stretching #kidsfitness #kidsdopilates #scoliosis #spinehealth #pilatezenergy #pilateslover #sidelegstretch

Ashley demonstrating Eve's Lunge Stretch beautifully!

Ashley demonstrating Eve's Lunge Stretch beautifully! This stretch is all about opening those tight hip flexors and hamstrings. Standing foot is parallel to the front corner frame of the reformer, toes curled onto the shoulder block, knee resting, gently push back and bend knee forward, sitting deep into the hips, while rolling shoulders down the back… #breathedeeply #scoliosis #pilatesforkids #balancedbodyreformer #health #fitness #pilatesinstructor #pilateslover #healthyspine #eveslunge #kidsdopilates #sandiegopilates #pointlomapilates #hipflexor

Ashley Piriformis and Gluteal Muscle Stretch

Pilates not only works the muscles in your core but also your piriformis and gluteal muscles which all aid in supporting your spine. The gluteal muscles are the 3 muscles which originate from the ilium and sacrum and insert into the femur. The piriformis muscle is deep below your bottom. Kate is assisting Ashley with stretching both her piriformis and gluteal muscles on the #balancedbodyreformer. Due to Ashley’s height, this glute stretch was performed on the low bar (lowest setting of the foot bar) with 1 blue spring. With hips square and leg on the bar, Ashley is placing her palms flat on the carriage and hooking her thumbs for stability. She then presses the carriage out resulting in a deeper stretch for her back. #pilates #pointlomapilates #sandiego #stretching #kidsfitness #kidsdopilates #scoliosis #spinehealth #pilatezenergy #pilateslover