Pilates Workout Blog

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1. Fraulein Isis Says:
   July 6th, 2009 at 5:59 am

   Best thing to do is to ask your doctor since I don’t know the extent of your pain and injuries. I have a couple pilates DVD’s and they all have modified exercises on there if you have problems such as previous knee & back injuries. Just take it slow and never push yourself too far. Please be careful
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2. bunny_slave Says:
   July 6th, 2009 at 6:08 am

   I’m 29 and have fibromyalgia and I have pain in different areas in my body, including my knees and back. I think it’s a good work out because it’s low impact, stretches you out and doesn’t put too much pressure on your joints
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3. mistify Says:
   July 6th, 2009 at 6:44 am

   Generally speaking…yes, but be sure to speak to your physical therapist as certain movements are often not indicated for certain types of low back problems. For instance, for someone with a posterior disc derangement, the pilates "100" would be potentially dangerous as it tends to shift the nucelar material of the disc even further posterior. Generally speaking, pilates will not help with weight loss as it does not get your heart rate up enough…however it is good for your core muscles which is often helpful for people with low back pain. Swimming might be your best option for weight loss…but again, I would speak with your PT as he or she should be on top of what specific exercises would be good for you and your specific problem.

   You already have made some decisions to change your lifestyle and have already changes your diet (although I would speak with your physician about the 1100 calories…seems kind of extreme to me)…you are half way there! Good luck.
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4. gknoke Says:
   July 6th, 2009 at 6:53 am

   Let’s start with Pilates. One of the beauties of the system devised by Joseph Pilates is that it can be done by practically anyone. This is possible because the instructor can modify an individual Pilates exercise for anyone with an "issue", to use the current term. However, you MUST tell the instructor beforehand that you have an issue. Speaking of instructors, I strongly recommend you seek someone with a real certification in Pilates, i.e., someone with hundreds of hours of training. My experience is that this kind of instructor cannot be found at your local gym.
   Pilates (the man) developed his system as a rehab tool for WWI internees in England. So he was dealing with people who had major issues. In New York, later, he dealt with dancers who had serious injuries. His book states that he developed ‘Contrology’ to lengthen and strengthen bones and tendons. There are many Pilates exercises that make my back feel great (safely), and the well-known Pilates emphasis on the ‘core’ (abs, back, glutes) generally results in a stronger back, for instance, because the abs and glutes are stronger.
   Pilates is NOT the best regimen for losing weight. Aerobic exercise is much better—perhaps your PT can suggest something. I do know that the elliptical trainer I use is the kindest on knees (vs. treadmill, for instance). You might try a recumbent exercise bike, though, because then you’re not putting all your weight into the exercise, just your legs. Again, your PT can advise you on this.
   Finally, I suggest you research a natural substance called SAM-E. It is great for arthritis, and some other stuff too. It occurs in the body naturally, but can become depleted over time. If you have a physician who’s open to such things, he/she might give you some guidance. I’ve been taking it for many years, as has my wife, sister-in-law, and (really!), our dog—after a recommendation from our vet!!
   Good luck: it sounds like you have the diet thing down pat, but don’t skimp on calories too much.
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