Stress in the body: how does Pilates relieve chronic tension?
There's a point at the end of the day when you finally sit down and feel your shoulders tense, your neck stiff, your waist tight.Nothing "spectacular" has happened - but your body is tired. It's a physical imprint of stress. Most of us think of stress as a mental state, but for the body, stress is a physical reaction: muscles tense, breathing [...]
"I'm not athletic"
- How to start moving if you haven't done so in a long time? "It's been a long time... a very long time." This is a phrase often heard when you first meet someone. And there is always the same uncertainty behind it. The body is not afraid. It's the memories: bad gym lessons, training too hard, experiences of failure. The good news? Your body hasn't forgotten to move. It just needs time and attention [...]
Spring is finally here!
I don't know about you, but I really like spring. As the air gets warmer, nature gets greener. Spring is like a new life that surrounds us everywhere and fills our lives with hope and possibility. I tend to retreat relatively quickly in the winter, and in the cold, dark evenings I don't feel so much like going out (and now I'm very subtly [...]
How do we choose our own form of exercise?
It is important to take into account individual preferences and health when choosing exercise. Here are some considerations that can help you choose the right form of exercise for you.Interests and hobbies: if you have a hobby that involves movement (e.g. dancing, tennis, cycling), this can help you to stay motivated and [...]
The three most important things:
The three most important things to do if you want to maintain your health in the long term: 1. Get regular exercise: regular exercise has many benefits for your health. It helps prevent chronic diseases, reduces stress, improves your mood and boosts your energy levels. Try to get at least 180 minutes of active exercise a week, which could be walking, [...]