Pilates not painkillers the best cure for backache
The Times (subscription)
Anti-inflammatory pills such as ibuprofen are widely used as a first choice for patients with lower back pain. However, scientists found that they made so little difference that most people would not notice the effect. Exercise is usually recommended …

Pilates Trainer and Physical Therapist, Dr. Suzanne Martin, Launches New ACTIV-WEDGE Fitness DVD Series
Broadway World
The Activ-Wedge® DVD (2 disc set, $24.95/ wedges sold separately $15.95 set, www.amazon.com) is a series of 3 videos (on 2 discs,) produced by Dr. Suzanne Martin, founder of Pilates Therapeutics. The 3 videos include: Assessment/ Creating a Client …

Lakewood Park Library offers Introduction to Pilates Feb. 15
TCPalm
FORT PIERCE — The Lakewood Park Branch Library wants patrons to exercise more than their minds with an Introduction to Pilates class on Wednesday, Feb. 15 from 1 to 2 p.m.. Presented by certified Pilates instructor Pam Buono, participants should wear …

Arlington resident and owner of Everybody Pilates shares her story
Wicked Local Arlington
Arlington resident Kirsten deFrees opened her first pilates studio, Everybody Pilates, in Belmont's Cushing Square 17 years ago and relocated to Belmont Center 11 years ago. It was her first time owning a business and she was new to the Boston area.

The Pilates Boot-Camp Workout That Burns a Ton of Calories
Shape Magazine
If you find yourself thinking Pilates is too “light” a workout, think again. This routine will have you torching some serious calories while working up a sweat like never before. Plus, Pilates promotes a strong mind-body connection, perfect if you …

New at the Yoga Studio: A Hot Winter Workout With a Party Vibe
New York Times
Hot yoga and Pilates have been around for a while. But recently, a few owners of boutique studios decided to add some spice to the heat. They had noticed that for many busy type-A New Yorkers, achieving mindfulness while stretching or building strength …

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This Winter, a Hot Yoga Workout With a Party Vibe – The New York …
New York Times
Natalie Jones, 32, teaching an Inferno Hot Pilates class at YO BK in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. It has become so popular that 10 additional hours of the class were …

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The Bill Pollock Show–Matt Adams drops 30 pounds doing pilates. My motivational speech for your kids (PODCAST)
Missourinet.com
Cardinals first baseman Matt Adams has averaged .242 over his last two seasons. Not only did he struggle at home plate, he struggled at the dinner plate. Listed at 260 pounds, Matt decided to trim the fat…and this offseason he took up Pilates and …

Pineapple pilates builds strength, flexibility
Thegardenisland.com
“If you were in a car accident and you did Pilates, you're more likely to recover faster because you're less likely to be injured,” Davis said. “You're building the muscle with stretch and flexibility so it gives you true flexibility and the ability to …

Owner of Everybody Pilates shares her story
Wicked Local Belmont
Arlington resident Kirsten deFrees opened her first pilates studio, Everybody Pilates, in Belmont's Cushing Square 17 years ago and relocated to Belmont Center 11 years ago. It was her first time owning a business and she was new to the Boston area.

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