Author Archives: AHatcher

Pilates for Seniors 4-Week Equipment Series

This series is designed to address the specific needs of more mature clients, ages 60 years old and up. As we age, we have an even greater need to build and maintain strength, mobility, balance, and posture. Angilique developed this equipment series to focus on those things and address changes that often occur in our bodies, such as arthritis and osteoporosis. This series is perfect for mature clients new to Pilates equipment or those simply looking to build up their strength and stability. You will work on Pilates fundamentals and progressions on both the Reformer and the Tower, using various props to support your movement. The classes will move at a moderate pace, and modifications will be offered to fit your needs. Read More...

Get What You Want From Pilates

  • Consistency Is Key. There’s a famous Joseph Pilates quote that says, “In 10 sessions you’ll feel the difference, in 20 sessions you’ll see a difference, and in 30 sessions you’ll have a whole new body”. Pilates can absolutely transform your body and the way you move and feel, but there’s no pressure-based timetable at PCOR. The key is the frequency and consistency of your practice. If you do Pilates at least 2 to 3 times a week, then your body will respond more effectively.
  • Mix It Up. The beauty of Pilates is that there are hundreds of different exercises and a variety of lessons and classes. All of the equipment strengthens your core, conditions your entire body, and engages your muscles deeply through spring resistance, but each one moves and works your body in different ways. So, it’s fun cross-training for your body.
  • A Little Homework Goes A Long Way. There are some very simple movements you can take from Pilates, incorporate into your daily life, and immediately start improving how you move and feel. Ask your teacher about Leg Lever and Rocking Horse. 😉
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Pilates for Shoulder Health & Healing

Pilates Center of Rockville owner, Aliyah Hatcher, and ProAction Physical Therapy owner, Rachel Miller, are teaming up to present this workshop to share info on how you can address shoulder pain, injury, and health through Pilates. Rachel will explain shoulder basics that all of us need to know and the causes and effects of common shoulder issues, such as rotator cuff injuries, tendonitis, bursitis, and frozen shoulder. Read More...