Welcoming in the New Year with a glimpse into what is happening at our studio here in Bragg Creek, situated within easy travel distance from both the city of Calgary and Cochrane. Whether you are totally new to the Pilates method or a Seasoned Pilates Teacher we have something to offer you. January – Pilates…
This second weekend of TT, we arrive knowing a little more of what to expect. And we’ve had tons of studio time to get comfortable with at least one additional piece of apparatus. We’ve come a long way from our first pseudo-apparatus (the 2×4) and we’d like to think we are now more accomplished at…
[Joan is a writer/editor and currently under performing athlete whose background and interest in sport and sport medicine fortunately brought her to Pilates as a practitioner. Her idea of teaching is through the written word so she’ll continue to blog on the TT journey to share the learning.] My head and my body are sore….
Cores and Effect Pilates Studio in Bragg Creek will be offering a ten-month, comprehensive training Diploma Program in the Traditional Pilates Method, starting this fall! Traditional Pilates is a unique and in-depth knowledge of human kinetics that facilitates correct movement patterning and optimizes functional movement for everyone. As for most people in our modern world,…
Even our favorite Winter sports such as XC Skiing can encourage lopsided and uneven muscle development, and that is why Pilates can be such an effective cross training method. Pilates works on developing your body awareness so that you are always working out in optimal postural alignment. Standing in good alignment is challenging, but maintaining…
Pilates, which has gained much attention in recent years but in fact originated nearly a century ago, has a strong focus on stability and balance and is becoming increasingly popular with runners. The question is, why? The connections between a marathoner on the move and a Pilates mat workout that takes place largely on the…
Show Up – With An Open Mind Maybe you’ve tried different fitness classes and methods before. Or maybe you’re looking to get in shape after a long break from any kind of physical activity. Perhaps you’ve spent a solid chunk of time, debatingthe best way to care for yourself, get fit, and manage weight loss….
Numbers related to how many people suffer from back pain are staggering, one in three people ! I personally suffered for years, and can empathize with how debilitating and frustrating back pain can be. Throughout my own journey and looking at the research done into the pain cycle, it is clear there is far more…
When the smallest of thoughts came to me about changing my career path and devoting to Pilates, I knew instantaneously that I didn’t want to spend eons contemplating the decision. The timing seemed right to re-evaluate my career and its direction, and it was a far scarier prospect for me not to take the risk,…
Amy Krazizky is a Pilates instructor and founder of Cores & Effect Pilates. Here, she reveals what change has taught her about life and explains why sometimes it’s worth taking the plunge… Making a change. What does it mean to you? Is it exciting? Daunting? Throughout my personal transition from one career to becoming a…
