Posts Tagged ‘Mat Pilates’
Fascial Movement & Weightlifting: The Rock in the Pond Effect
Pilates strengthens and tones the entire body, but muscle strength alone isn’t enough. For women in particular, weight-bearing exercise plays a critical role in preserving bone density and reducing the risk of osteoporosis. That’s why we integrate Pilates with weight lifting in our classes and private sessions. Most people think of weightlifting as “chest day,”…
Read MoreHow to Stay Athletic, Pain-Free, and Capable as You Age with Pilates in Sugar Land, TX
If you’re over 40 and starting to feel the effects of aging…tight hips, stiff joints, nagging injuries, or slower recovery…you’re not alone. But here’s the good news: Aging doesn’t have to mean slowing down. At Performance Pilates in Sugar Land, Texas, we help active adults stay strong, flexible, and pain-free with a smarter approach to…
Read MoreWhy Your Foot Affects Your Neck, Hips, and Back (And What to Do About It)
If you’re dealing with recurring neck tension, hip discomfort, or low back pain, the source may not be where you feel it. At Performance Pilates in Sugar Land, we often trace these issues back to an unexpected place: the feet. 🦶 Your Feet Must Be Balanced and Resilient for Total-Body Health Your feet are more…
Read MoreWhy “Core Strength” Is Not What You Think It Is
When most people hear core strength, they think crunches, planks, or flat abs. At Performance Pilates in Sugar Land, we see core strength differently, and that difference changes how your body moves, feels, and functions. True core strength isn’t about bracing or gripping. It’s about supporting your body through movement, breath, and balance. Your Core…
Read MoreWhy Small Pilates Classes Matter: What Joseph Pilates Intended & Why It Still Holds True Today
The fitness world pushes for bigger and more crowded classes. Joseph Pilates designed his method and apparatus…the Reformer, Cadillac, Wunda Chair, and more. as individualized machines for corrective exercise and movement education. His original studio setup supports this.
Read MoreThe Legacy of Joseph Pilates: Why History Matters, Especially for Fascia-Based Movement
When you step into a Pilates studio today, you’re not just joining a class—you’re stepping into a living legacy of movement, innovation, and healing. At our studio, we teach Pilates through a fascia-focused lens, blending modern science with the timeless wisdom of Joseph Pilates. Understanding his history deepens every movement and honors the roots of…
Read MoreAre You Comfortable In Your Own Skin?
We wear clothes that make us feel attractive, confident, and comfortable…or not. We have stretchy and loose, or tight and restricting clothing…the later sometimes requires uncomfortable cute shoes. You probably wouldn’t want to go for a run or have a Pilates workout in the tight uncomfortable clothes because they would restrict movement. Being comfortable in your…
Read MorePERFORMANCE PILATES & FASCIA CARES
Does your Pilates instructor know if you have Osteoporosis, spinal or disc injuries? How about shoulder, hip or other joint issues? Eye conditions? Are you pregnant? Do you have back pain, sciatica or scoliosis? Perhaps you have a knee or hip replacement? Are you recovering from surgery? Do you have any other physical considerations? Does…
Read MorePilates Consumers: Why Performance Pilates?
A blog by Performance Pilates Co-Owner, Cody Robbins You get a team of qualified instructors with combined 40+ years of experience Personal attention Small equipment classes Mat classes Private sessions Classes are approximately an hour long. Correction with direction. We make sure you are doing the exercises correctly and safely for your body. A fascial…
Read MoreFascia Blog: Anatomy Trains
To understand Anatomy Trains you must first understand Fascia. Fascia is the connective, web-like tissue under the skin. It covers the entire body like a spider man suit, encases the muscles, organs, muscle fibers, nerves and bones. Myofascia relates to the fascia surrounding and separating muscle tissue (muscle – fascia). Specifically, there are twelve myofascia…
Read MoreWhat is Fascia?
“Fascia” is a word you will be seeing and hearing more and more. If I told you that movement could become next to effortless, or that you wouldn’t feel exhausted or as sore after your workout or practicing your “sport”, would you believe me? That is what I’m finding from my own personal experiences practicing…
Read MorePerformance Pilates “After Class”
Performance Pilates clients are here for many different reasons, here are just a few. See what people are saying after Pilates class!
Read MoreHello Summer Time!
It’s summer time! Bring on the vacations, travel, and family time. This summer, don’t let your summer fun derail your fitness routine! Swimming, walking, hiking, biking, boating and other summer activities provide plenty of exercise. There are also treadmills and some strength training equipment available and convenient at most hotels. Pilates is extremely portable and…
Read MoreWhy Pilates?
Besides core strength & a flat stomach, flexibility, improved spinal health, reduced back pain & better posture, better balance & control, a better golf game or performance in any sport, improved endurance, and enhanced general well being…Pilates keeps you young, makes you physically and emotionally strong, gives you the ability to handle whatever life throws…
Read MorePilates: Could It Be The Fountain Of Youth?
[slideshow_deploy id=’557′] It is often assumed that Pilates is for dancers, models and athletes…and it is. However, Pilates exercise is for EVERYONE. Including our senior citizens who refuse to grow old! We have an amazing group of ladies in our studio that are in their 60’s, and 70’s. These ladies are doing intermediate Classical Pilates…
Read MoreYou are Only as Old as your SPINE is Healthy – Joseph H. Pilates
This is my new favorite piece of Pilates equipment….The Spine Corrector. It’s always been a personal favorite for counter movements to the everyday sitting and standing most of us endure. In my new post-grad, continuing education course, I’ve had the opportunity… and push I needed to spend more quality time, and look more closely at…
Read MoreIn Memory or Romana Kryzanowska 1923 – 2013
Romana was the world renowned protege of Joeseph Pilates. We are sad to report her passing this past Friday. Thank you for continuing the work for the rest of us. You will be greatly missed! [slideshow_deploy id=’421′]
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