Working with Client’s with an FAI (Femoral-acetabular impingement)
Article by Alex Proctor QTS, BA (HONS) HPAC […]
Pilates Class Modifications for General Hip Pain or Discomfort
Jo Everill-Taylor B.Sc (Hon’s)
Many clients present in a Pilates class with hip pain which can be caused by very varied conditions such as Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Snapping Hip Syndrome, Poor Posture, Pelvic Dysfunction, ligament injuries, restrictions and many other factors. Whilst we are non diagnostic and it is nor our place to say what is […]
Recipe – Crunchy Almond Crumb Chicken With Courgette & Feta Salad
This healthy crumb recipe will lower the carb content of this schnitzel style chicken and increase the nutrient content.
Crumbed Chicken
2 free range chicken breast fillets (sliced in half to make 4)
1 tablespoon arrowroot (or 2 tbsp plain flour)
1 organic / free range egg beaten
1 cup ground unsalted natural almonds
(try crushing […]
Lighter Hot Cross Buns – Easter Recipe
Lighter Hot Cross Buns
Enjoy these light and flavourful buns all year round
Makes enough for 16 buns
Ingredients:
500ml skimmed milk or dairy-free alternative
4 cardamom pods, lightly crushed
4 cloves
zest of 1 lemon
zest of 2 oranges
300g spelt flour
300g strong white bread flour, plus about 100g extra for kneading and the crosses
1 […]
How Your Gut May Be Preventing Your Weight Loss
Article by Lincoln Bryden
Obesity has stolen national headlines as one of the most pressing health issues of our generation. It is clear that obesity is a multi-factorial, complex process that spans genetics, culture, socio-economic status, environment, beliefs, stress and more.
Many facets are well understood about obesity, particularly the consequence, which we know to be increased […]
from Professional Standards – Scopes of Practice do Grow!
Article by Freddie Drummond B.Sc. (Hon’s)
You may or may not be familiar with the Professional Standards which CIMSPA are the guardians of. We have two for group exercise. One is the Core Group Exercise Instructor Professional Standards and the second are the Pilates Based Matwork Instructor professional Standards.
If you have never read them before they […]
Looking Over the Horizon into EMD UK and the ‘Workforce Governance & Registration Scheme Project’
Should I join my National Governing Body (NGB) for Group Exercise. The big question is why? Our resounding answer is ‘YES’. EMD UK are the only organisation who provides the appropriate resources for us as Group Exercise teachers, recognises our scope of practice […]
Looking Over the Horizon into EMD UK and the ‘Workforce Governance & Registration Scheme Project’
EMD UK CEO Gill Cummings-Bell BA (Hon’s). M.Sc. PGCE. MBA. AMCSP
Gill explains what is coming over the horizon and how EMD UK’s new membership categories and resource centre can support the group exercise instructor workforce. This will help the group exercise instructor meet the demands of the ‘Workforce Governance & Registration Scheme’ when it lands.
What […]
Pilates for Sciatica and Piriformis Syndrome
By Jo Everill-Taylor
What is sciatica?
Sciatica is a set of symptoms including pain that may be caused by compression or irritation of the sciatic nerve. True sciatica will come from the compression of the nerves radiating from the lower spine, however similar uncomfortable feelings can be felt from Piriformis Syndrome.
This refers to pain in the […]
Foam Rolling Effects on Range of Motion – What the Research Shows
Using a foam roller for self release of muscle tension or aches is now a fairly wide spread practice. It’s also used with the intention of improving movement mechanics for performance purposes (think strength, muscle stiffness or elasticity). However, what do we really know about how effective it is? The following article will look at […]