The ribcage and abdominal pathways are mechanically coupled through the 'Zone of Apposition', the area from the inside of the bottom ribs where the respiratory diaphragm attaches, to the top of the diaphragm.

Optimising the Zone of Apposition (ZOA) for our clients is a critical element in min...

In this masterclass,, Lynne is joined by physiotherapist and Body Control Pilates course tutor, Louise Tallis, to look at the effect Osteoporosis and Osteopenia have on posture and how Pilates exercises can help.
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With thanks to Claire Vafiadis
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Louise graduated from Brunel University as a...

This ‘Pilates for Bone Health’ class with Lynne is a balanced workout which will appeal to anyone interested in improving their bone health (teachers and clients alike).

The class adheres to the latest NOS (National Osteoporosis Society) guidelines for exercising with osteoporosis and focuses...

This short ‘Pilates for Bone Health’ workout is ideal for anyone with Osteopenia or Osteoporosis. It covers a selection of exercises which target the main sites that are at high risk of fracture due to low bone density (namely the hips, wrists and spine). The workout is suitable for use by teache...

This short workout with Louise is suitable for anyone wishing to strengthen their posture and upper & lower limbs. Louise takes you through a series of fun and challenging exercises to improve balance and reduce the risk of falls.

As this workout focuses on strengthening posture and balance a...

In this 'Pilates for Bone Health' masteclass, senior physiotherapist and Body Control Pilates tutor, Louise Tallis, outlines a short exercise programme designed to support the Royal Osteoporosis Society's mission statement of 'Strong, Steady, Straight'.

The class focuses on strengthening muscle...

Join Lynne and Sarah for this flowing workout where they take you through a series of exercises which are specifically designed to improve both your bone health and your balance.
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Lynne is co-founder and director of Body Control Pilates Education (for whom she lectures on training courses for n...

When working with older clients, it is important we focus on a number of key areas, including building strength, building bone density, increasing flexibility, maintaining joint mobility and maintaining good balance and co-ordination...plus it's great to have a bit of fun and to add a challenge t...

This intermediate-level workout with Louise is suitable for anyone wishing to strengthen their posture and upper & lower limbs. Louise takes you through a series of fun and challenging exercises to improve balance and reduce the risk of falls.

As this workout focuses on strengthening posture an...

This workout with Lynne and Sarah is all about the '3Bs' - Breath, Bones and Balance... plus there is a Band thrown in for good measure too!

You will need a long resistance band and a couple of cushions for this class. Resistance bands can be purchased from Sissel UK - https://www.sisseluk.com/...

Lynne and Sarah take you through an advanced, longer workout with a focus on building healthier bones. There are some seated exercises. Lynne uses a Pilates a long stretch band (light resistance).
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Lynne is co-founder and director of Body Control Pilates Education (for whom she lectures on trai...

This is the first of a planned series of Zoom discussions between Lynne, Philippa and Sarah Leyland of the ROS. We'll be answering commonly-asked questions about exercise and osteoporosis. If you have any questions you would like covered, please drop Lynne an email at [email protected]. Sor...

Join Kyle as he talks us through the different types of arthritis, namely Osteoarthritis and Rheumatoid Arthritis, and when Pilates can help and when you should seek advice from a medical professional.
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Added May 2023
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Kyle is very well-known to Body Control Pilates teachers through his work o...

We are delighted to welcome Dr Pauline Lockhart to Body Control Pilates Central with her first class filmed for the channel!

This workout with Pauline is designed for those currently experiencing the menopause or peri-menopause. The benefits of practicing Pilates during this phase of life are m...

This second 'Pilates for the Menopause' workout with Pauline is a dynamic class designed for those currently experiencing the menopause or peri-menopause.

The focus is on strengthening bones and also extension and rotation, challenging the range available in each plane of movement.

You will no...