As we age, staying active becomes increasingly important, but it also becomes more challenging. For seniors in Westchester, Pilates offers a direct path to greater flexibility, strength, and overall wellness, especially for those managing conditions like fibromyalgia, multiple sclerosis (MS), scoliosis, and even chronic pain. Archer Pilates provides tailored classes that meet physical ailments and…
by Ashley Yassar As the days grow longer and the sun sets later, the transition to daylight saving time marks a shift in our daily rhythms. While some may dread losing an hour of sleep, there’s a silver lining to this seasonal change that can invigorate your fitness routine and elevate your well-being: Pilates…
2023 is here and now is a great time to get back to your health routine as the holiday rush winds down. Working out and eating right typically fall to the wayside as you’re preparing to buy gifts for loved ones and spend time with your family. Now that the holiday season’s over, resuming a…
You are on a commercial airliner waiting for takeoff. The flight attendant starts the mandatory safety talk. When they get to the point where they advise you to put on your own oxygen mask before assisting others, you might question that advice, especially if you are travelling with a small child or someone else that…
Week 11 was very similar to week ten so I’m moving right along to week 12. I was really looking forward to my 12 week post op appointment with my surgeon as I was hoping to be cleared to play pickleball. I’d already hit the ball a little bit with a flex band around my…
Going into week ten of recovery I felt almost normal. This was an amazing feeling. My physical therapist was pushing me hard and I was pushing myself also. Almost three straight weeks of really hard work was paying off. I had increased my intensity on the stationary bike each day by going faster and up…
Going into week nine I felt stronger and had four very successful PT sessions in a row. I had somehow reinjured my left elbow, but my hip only got sore after a pretty good leg workout. In Physical Therapy we focused mainly on abductors (outer thighs), gluteus minimus, gluteus medius, hamstrings and quads. I definitely…
As I entered week eight I felt very positive. I had truly turned a corner in my recovery because I was finally able to lay on my right side without pain. This made me unbelievably happy. I was back on track with normal soreness of my hip after my rehab exercises. My physical therapist began…
As I entered week seven of my recovery I was discouraged and frustrated. I felt as if I had had a major set back and was not able to do the exercises I wanted to do each day. I started taking my anti-inflammatory medications again and increased my ice regimen. I also had to rest…
Going into week five of recovery I was feeling stronger, but inpatient as I was still getting so sore each evening. I continued to follow my Physical Therapist’s guidance and stuck to my strict rehab routine each day. I started with twenty to forty minutes on the exercise bike first thing in the morning depending…
