Jordans 11 Sneaker Body Awareness, Exercise Safety

I have to say that I am grateful for my gymnastics, dance, and Pilates training - especially in regards to body awareness. I’m sure it’s why so many dancers and athletes are embracing Pilates as a component of their injury-prevention and cross-training program. And it makes sense why so many of my clients over the years have started Pilates, because of an injury or problem that limited their ability to participate in general exercise programs. I feel blessed and fortunate to have had the opportunity to work with great coaches, teachers, trainers and mentors, but I know that not everybody out there has had the same experience.
For the less experienced clients out there who are wondering how to get the most from your workouts and hire the right Pilates teacher, Personal Trainer, or Coach... Here are my tips and suggestions:
I find it difficult to keep my mouth shut at the gym watching these poor people do exercises in absolutely horrible alignment with zero support in the right places,[link widoczny dla zalogowanych], or being asked to do an exercise that is way to advanced when there might be something much more appropriate to start with. At the moment… this is probably the best venue for me to express myself!
It’s been interesting hanging out in the local health clubs recently….I know that there are lots of GREAT personal trainers and Pilates teachers out there seems to be such a difference between the typical weight-room training sessions that I’ve observed lately, and a one-on-one Pilates training session. I suppose unless you’ve experienced both - you don’t know the difference. But they seem to be light years apart in the amount of fine-tuning and corrections a client actually receives to be in the right alignment and improve technique. I’m sure these comments will stir up some controversy!
1. If you are not asked to complete a fairly comprehensive personal assessment, medical history, and goal setting evaluation before you begin - proceed with caution… I know that it seems like a hassle to fill out all these forms, but this personal information and/or fitness evaluation gives a trainer the information they need to help design a personalized program that’s appropriate for you.
The old saying, “You can’t fix it if it ain’t broke…” Well if you’re not aware of what you’ve been doing to “break” it - how could “fixing” it even begin to solve the problem. The first “fix” has got to be with the mind-body connection and improved body awareness, or old bad habits will be impossible to break.
4. If any trainer works with you and says, “do 8 more reps.” And then proceeds t
Regardless of your athletic or dance background, or how old you were when you started your first exercise program, or what physical shape your body is in - it’s never too late to improve your health AND strengthen your mind-body connection! It just takes the desire to work on it - and a good coach to guide you along the way!
** (For the purposes of the rest of this article - when I say “Trainer” I’m referring to anyone you hire to assist you with your wellness program (personal trainer, Pilates Instructor, Yoga teacher,[link widoczny dla zalogowanych], coach, or other health professional.)
2. If you complete assessment forms and you have had a recent injury, surgery, or medical issues - don’t keep these details a secret! You might even be pro-active and schedule a consult with your doctor or physical therapist to get written pre-approval to start your new fitness or Pilates program. All this will only help your trainer do a better job for you! Bring any guidelines,[link widoczny dla zalogowanych], therapy exercises, or information with you that might be useful for your new wellness coach.
3. If you’ve notified your trainer that you have a medical issue, back problem, or injury and they don’t seem to be taking that fact into consideration as they are putting you through your paces…Remind them of the problem. If they ignore the issue - STOP Immediately, Do NOT finish the session, ask for a refund and find a new trainer.

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