05 March 2010

Pilates and Sex

With so many advertisements for products promising Natural Male Enhancement, you would think all anyone does is think about sex. In fact, there are several things one can do to improve sexual function and satisfaction in addition to taking medications or supplements.

One major issue is pelvic floor strength and function. the pelvic floor muscles actually provide the proprioception for sexual enjoyment. If those muscles are not working properly you can take all of the Natural Male Enhancement supplements you want with no long term relief.

Pilates helps to strengthen the pelvic floor muscles as well as strengthen the entire pelvic region. With so many men having back problems and prostate problems, the issue is really compounded. My suggestion is to combine therapies. Taking a proven Natural Male Enhancement supplement along with a good Pilates program to strengthen the pelvic floor muscles should put men on the path to long term functional sexual enhancement.

03 March 2010

Traveling Pilates Teacher

Hubby and I still have this dream that we will travel the open roads of the US one day with an RV or used travel trailers carrying our stuff. We will visit national parks, eat great food, and be nomads of America. Let's face it, I can travel and still teach Pilates, Fitness, and Reiki either as a guest teacher at different studios or I would carry a reiki table, a good mat, some small Pilates props, and a light Pilates chair and just teach out of the RV. Hmmm....

28 February 2010

Running a Pilates Business - Security

I used to be quite concerned about security when I had my own Pilates studios. We had cash on premises, and while the equipment is quite large it is worth money on the open market.

In one building we had wireless security systems, but without a backup generator when the power went out so did that system. After a while I just relied on locks, hiding things, and being in a great neighborhood.

Pilates Can Hurt Your Back

So many people assume that Pilates in any form will help their backs, but I am a firm believer that only very well taught Pilates will help your back and poorly taught Pilates will hurt you!

I recently saw a guest here for a private who had this experience. She went to the Golden Door spa and fell in love with Pilates, and then began taking Pilates in New York City. The teacher was having her work in a posterior pelvic tilt with a flat lower back, did very little spine extension with her, and after 6 months her back went out and spasmed.

When I saw her she had done very few of the exercises I gave her (although they were all classical Pilates, including Pull Straps and T on the long box) and she felt great after the private and after several mat classes. \

Buyer beware!


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24 February 2010

Pilates on Holiday

My job is centered on the fact that hotel guests want to either try new things while away or stay with their home routine. When that includes Pilates and Personal Training they are thrilled to find me at Parrot Cay. While even Disney vacation packages can include great spa and activities, finding a Pilates teacher with 21 years of experience is tough even at the best of times!

20 February 2010

More About Weight Loss Products

All I see lately are Pilates for Weight Loss products. Now, while Pilates will tone and strengthen and support any weight loss program, Pilates exercises by themselves will not have you lose weight without a good nutrition plan.

You may wonder, are there weight loss products that work? Well, every weight loss product tells you that it works best with a good diet and exercise program. So no matter what else you do, you still need good nutrition and exercise!

Martial Artist Review My Pilates Audios

This is from Scott Taylor, Karate and Kickboxing Instructor as well as editor of the Uechi-ryu Journal.

I recommend this audio program to anyone looking to rid themselves from back pain and who does not wish to leave the comfort of their own home to do so. Lynda's voice is soothing and her instructions are crystal clear and so easy to follow!

Change your life like I am doing~ I have been following Lynda on my iPod for about a week now and am blown away by the difference it is making!

Simply put – Do NOT spend a dime on any books or videos to ease your back pain until you listen to Lynda's audio program!

Buy them here at Lynda Lippin Pilates
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Your Pilates Business - Budgeting

One thing I have always had a huge problem with is budgeting. . We have been though personal bankruptcy and spent way beyond our means due to lack of good budgeting. This is something I have really worked on over the years, to the point of even trying some personal budget software.

When you own a business your personal financial issues will impact your business, as you will need to pay yourself more and drain money from your Pilates practice to help fund your personal life.