Competent, certified instruction is critical to ensure you get the best, safest, and most effective rehab program. With foundational to advanced education levels, certification for rehab Pilates is a comprehensive and professional qualification program that gives instructors the in-depth knowledge … Continue reading
Rachel Algra
Planning for or recovering from surgery? Pilates rehabilitation programs are designed to help you feel better in no time! From abdominal to spine surgery and hip to knee replacement, Pilates is an ideal way to rehabilitate your body and yourself. … Continue reading
Although Pilates has been around for more than 50 years, there are still misconceptions about what it is, what it’s not, and what it can do. One of the biggest areas of confusion and misunderstanding is that Pilates isn’t designed … Continue reading
Tearing of the labrum cartilage, whether in the shoulder or hip, causes pain, discomfort, and joint instability. If you’re suffering from a labral tear, consider Pilates! Pilates rehabilitation has been shown to offer tremendous benefit in restoring pain-free movement after … Continue reading
Not long ago, Firehaus Pilates founder, owner, and master instructor, Rachel Algra, was interviewed on Andi Fairbank’s Everyday Extraordinaries Podcast. The podcast focuses on extraordinary people who really didn’t plan on being extraordinary! Interviews highlight everyday people who followed theirs … Continue reading
Trauma can come in many forms and be a result of many different types of situations. Events that can cause the nervous system to be overwhelmed include a natural disaster, serious illness, a life-threatening event, car accidents, assault, and much … Continue reading
Like most new moms, you’re probably anxious to start getting your body back into shape and maybe even enjoy a little time just for yourself! Postnatal Pilates is a terrific way to begin toning your body, improving your strength, and … Continue reading
Exercise therapy is a common approach to help non-specific low back pain, persistent tightness or an aching back. Pilates, which focuses on isometric movement, is a great method to aid in strengthening and stabilizing the spine. The muscles that support … Continue reading
Have you noticed the odd looking prop we’ve now got at Firehaus Pilates? Called the Oov, this device will change how you work out by supporting your body as your Pilates exercise targets specific muscle groups. Watch out core – … Continue reading
Motor control is our ability to initiate and direct muscle function and movement. Gross motor control allows us to wave our arms while fine motor control creates precise movement, like handwriting. A voluntary process of muscle movement, our brain coordinates … Continue reading