pelvic floor

Learn from my mistake...

Learn from my mistake...

I got to thinking about the adductors this week, which isn't unusual for me (to think about muscles that is).  Their role in horse back riding is so different than when skiing or making a dodge in football.  

Fitness professionals talk a lot about sport-specific or functional exercise, which means to train the way that you "play".  

I did everything I thought was needed to prepare for ski season, but I missed one important component and found out the hard way...

Strengthen your hips at a deeper level

Strengthen your hips at a deeper level

Kegels are one exercise you can do anywhere to strengthen your pelvic floor.  These muscles do more than just  "kegel".  Learn where they attach, so you can make better use of these important stabilizers.  This video is inspired by the wonderful pilates instructors I've had the pleasure of working with over the years.

I'll never forget my first pilates class in 2005 at San Diego State University.  Sara Grout opened my eyes to the many possibilities of engaging the pelvic floor with creativity and flow...