by Ashley Yassar In the realm of fitness, cardio exercises have long held the spotlight for their undeniable benefits to heart health and overall stamina. Traditionally, activities like running, cycling, and swimming have been the go-to options for those seeking to elevate their heart rate and burn calories. However, amidst this cardio-centric landscape, an…
It’s hard to believe that I just had my 2nd knee replacement in the past year and I am 56 yrs old. I have learned so much about knees, joints, osteoarthritis, repetitive movements, pain control and stress in the past 10 years but sure did not think I would be replacing both my knees in…
by Carmela Wingfield Pilates is a form of exercise that has gained immense popularity in recent years thanks to its numerous benefits for physical and mental health and celebrities and athletes who have raved about their own personal results. It is a low-impact workout that focuses on strengthening the core muscles and improving flexibility,…
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…
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 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 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…
I really felt like I had turned a corner in my recovery as I entered week six. I was able to translate all the exercises from Physical Therapy to the studio’s Pilates equipment and I felt strong. There were even a couple of days that I had no pain at all. My surgeon said I…
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…
I’ve been fortunate enough to experience the profound benefits of Pilates first hand. However, hearing other people’s stories always warms my heart and continues to inspire me to pass along my knowledge and experience to others. I’d like to share this very sad and personal recent story that may help to also inspire you and…
