Precision Pilates - Arthritis and YOUR Spine- Newsletter #9

Issue No. 9

August 2011

Busy Summer Days

Hi All,

Can you believe that summer is half over? The weather has been less than cooperative and already it feels like fall is on its way. In just a few short weeks my daughter will be starting Kindergarten. What a milestone for both her and me and what an emotional week that will no doubt be for my house!

I was in Boston for more training in late July and when I came home I brought with me two spine correctors and 6 arc barrels. These new additions will become part of the Tower classes which will now be referred to as 'Apparatus classes'.

The Pilates Enduro classes remained full this summer. Due to their great popularity, we have put one per month on the schedule all fall. These classes will now also include the Barrels as well as the Tower, Mat, Ball, Power Circle and hand weights.

With school going in, everyone will start to get back into their normal routines, vacation times will end, and regular events and activities will resume. There is little doubt that the studio will again be very busy, so I encourage all of you to book your class times in now. The schedule is up until the end of December so you can pick your favorites until then.

I look forward to seeing all of you returning to the studio in September, so enjoy your last few weeks of 'vacation' and get ready for all of the exciting things sure to be happening at Precision Pilates this fall!

Yours in Health,

Cara Berube
PRECISION PILATES
506.440.8680

Pilates Books Now for Sale in Studio!

Many of you ask me what a good book about Pilates would be for you to have at home. I've been sending you to Westminster and Chapters for ages, but now you can get the books you need here!

There are many books about Pilates on the market. Not all are about 'Real' Pilates, and not all are suitable as a reference for those wanting to continue their practice at home. I've ordered in the 3 books that I reccomend most often. Written by second generation teacher Alycea Ungaro, these books have gorgeous photos, great information,and follow the classical order that you are used to seeing in class.

Alycea Ungaro and my teacher Clare Dunphy did their training under elder Romana Kryzanowska, Joseph Pilates Protege. Alycea is well respected in the community and has a lovely studio 'Real Pilates NYC' in New York City.

The three titles that we have in studio are:

'Pilates - Bodies in Motion' $17.00 - This book is a basic reference and the one I request my private clients purchase to aid in their 'homework' of the matwork.

'15 Minute Every Day Pilates' $19.95 - This book is broken down into 15 minute 'workouts' for the upper/lower/core body and has a CD reference. It includes many of the hand weight and other ending exercises we use in class.

'Pilates Practice Companion' $27.50 - This book is best suited for the more experienced student. it has all of the advanced matwork detailed drawings, anatomical pictures as well as chapters on healthy eating, Pilates for varying life concerns and also it articulates some of the theory and 'heart' in the method that you hear Carol and I speak of so passionately.

Arthritis and Your Spine

By: Dr.Jay and Dr. Kelly

Your doctor says you have osteoarthritis in your spine and you start to wonder how it got there. Was it from the physical stress of your job? Is it the 15 years of running? Or maybe it is blamed on just being old...

Spinal degeneration/osteoarthritis has very little to do with how old you are, as we see it in spines of all ages. Also, all of the spinal segments in a person's body are the SAME AGE, so why are some joints wearing down faster than others?

When it comes to arthritis/degeneration, it's not so much about what you DID or how old you are, but more about what you HAVEN'T BEEN DOING. There are ingredients required for joints to be healthy. Proper nutrition/supplementation is important, but even more important is proper movement and proper alignment! When a vertebra is out of alignment or is lacking movement, that segment will wear and tear much quicker than others in the surrounding area. The misaligned area can start to degenerate and interfere with the exiting nerve and affect every tissue that is connected to that nerve (muscles, organs, glands, etc). This condition is called 'Vetebral Subluxation' and can have a significant impact on a person's health and wellness. Chiropractors detect and correct subluxation with a safe and proven technique called the 'Chiropractic Adjustment'.

Blaming activities or age for your arthritis is like blaming the sidewalk for scuffing your shoes. Things are going to wear and tear slightly when you use them over time, including your spine.

Here's the good news: with the right ingredients - degeneration of the spine can be prevented, slowed or reversed (depending on the severity). How? Through regular Chiropractic Adjustments. In addition, regular exercise (including Pilates) and proper nutrition play an important role in maintaining spinal and overall health.

Be Fit. Eat Right. Think Well. Get Adjusted! - Dr.Jay and Dr. Kelly

Do you have an iPhone or iPod?

Precision Pilates online scheduling software has an app that allows you to see our daily class schedules! How convenient is THAT?!

Go to the 'app store' and search for the 'mindbody Pilates' FREE app.

About Us

Precision Pilates offers Classical Pilates in a beautiful setting that is clean, relaxing and spacious. Thank you for being with us on our journey to become Fredericton's Premiere Pilates Studio.

For more information on our class schedules or offerings, please go to the Website or give us a call!

PRECISION PILATES
732 Charlotte Street
Fredericton, New Brunswick E3B 1M5
5064408680

In This Issue

Pilates Books for Sale!

Fall Schedule now available!

Fall Schedule starts September 6th, 2011

Just a reminder that the schedule will be changing slightly in September. We'll be back at full swing with lots of class options for you to choose from. Register as far in advance as December to ensure your space in class!

The evening classes are very popular and often full. If you want to get into a particular time slot, use the 'waitlist' feature if the class is already booked. Often times there are cancellations the day of a class that allow most wait list clients in.

The 7am Apparatus class and 8am FLOW class on Wednesday mornings will remain on the schedule until mid Novembr Unless it is regularly full, it will come off the schedule until Spring at that time.

There are 4 Pilates Enduro Classes on the Schedule this fall. September 24, October 22, November 19, and December 10. These classes are exceptionally popular and always full, so sign up now!