Rose Singarella, Health Educator
Exercise is so crucial! The list of benefits can go far beyond what we already know about it. No one can exercise for you, however, an inspiring trainer can make a world of difference. Though, one does not need a trainer or money to get the exercise they need. Remember, it's not about perfection, it’s about progress. A little compared to none can go a long way.
My favorite exercise, is walking, hiking, some kind of aerobics, weights, Pilates and Yoga. Pilates being my number one Favorite. Yes, there are many other forms of excercise. I urge you to explore for yourself what you would love, and what works best for you. Here, I will discuss those I personally recommend, love and do myself.
Walking is free, easy, natural, relatively risk free from injury, and fun, walk, walk, walk. Every chance you get, choose stairs over elevators and escalators. Park far away from the stores. Look for opportunities to walk. Walking can be many speeds and made aerobic if desired.
Pilates is “Spectacular”!!!
An innovative system of mind-body exercise evolved from the principles of Joseph Pilates. Pilates dramatically transforms the way your body looks, feels and performs. It builds strength without excess bulk, creating a sleek, toned body.
Pilates teaches body awareness, good
posture and easy,
graceful movement. Pilates improves flexibility, agility and economy of
motion. It can even help alleviate back pain.
My Pilates trainer in Hawaii is Belkis
Rutchland. I knew intuitively that she was right for me. She had an
extraordinary strong fit body, which speaks for Pilates. She is caring, kind, confident, loving, and
strong. I felt safe with her. She
encouraged and supported me in believing I would get better. Her level
of understanding the body was truly amazing. Her vision of what’s right for the individual person,
knowing exactly what to do for
them is unique, and makes her one of a kind. I will not go without Pilates, ever. I am
extremely dedicated to it for the rest of my life. I do it at least 2
to 3 times per week, best is one on one. It is very important that you have a "one on
one" trainer to keep you safe and doing it properly. Especially if you
have structural issues, damage, Injuries, or surgeries causing pain.
Classes may be good for those who have no issues at all, still, at least
a few "one on one" is highly recommended at first. Once one knows how,
then classes can be OK. For those of you who are looking for a Pilates
trainer in Maui, contact Belkis Rutchland, 808-283-2405 For two summers in Seattle, I worked out with
Dawn Thomas. For those of you who are looking for a Pilates trainer in
Seattle area, call Dawn Thomas, 425-351-1032 Dawn Thomas has a presence that at once you
just love her. Shes highly skilled in Pilates and well rounded in her
amazing overall knowledge of the body,having trained for and completed
one of the most extraordinary endeavors, the triathlon, IRONMAN! I am eternally grateful to these two women who
have contributed so much to my fitness, vitality and joy, and these
women and Pilates continue to uplift the quality of my life and health. Professional dancers have known the benefits of
Pilates for decades. Top athletes use it for strength, flexibility, and
injury prevention. Hollywood celebrities and supermodels use it to
maintain beautiful physiques. Pilates is a safe, sensible exercise system
using a floor mat or equipment, that will help you look and feel your
very best. No matter what your age or condition, it will work for you. Pilates gets your mind in tune with your body.
By emphasizing proper breathing, correct spinal and pelvic alignment,
and complete concentration on smooth, flowing movement, you become
acutely aware of how your body feels, where it is in space, and how to
control its movement. The quality of movement
is valued over quantity of repetitions. Proper Pilates builds strength without "bulking up"
creating long, lean muscles and flexibility. Conventional workouts tend
to build short, bulky muscles - the type most prone to injury. Pilates
elongates and strengthens, improving muscle elasticity and joint
mobility. A body with balanced strength and flexibility is less likely
to be injured. Pilates develops a strong "core", flat
abdominals and a strong back.The core
consists of the deep abdominal muscles, where power and strength is
created closest to the spine. Control of
the core is achieved by integrating the trunk, pelvis and shoulder
girdle. Creating an evenly conditioned body and prevents In conventional workouts, weak muscles tend to
get weaker No muscle group is over trained or under
trained. Your entire musculature is evenly balanced and conditioned,
helping you enjoy daily activities and sports with greater ease and less
chance of injury. Pilates exercise trains several muscle groups
at once in smooth,continuous movements. By developing proper technique,
you can actually re-train your body to move in safer, more efficient
patterns of motion invaluable for injury recovery, sports performance,
good posture and optimal health. Be confident and safe with Pilates! No other exercise system is so gentle to your
body while giving it a challenging workout. Many of the exercises are
performed in reclining or sitting positions, and most are low impact and
partially weight bearing. Pilates is so safe, it is used in physical
therapy facilities to rehabilitate injuries. Pilates is also an
extremely flexible exercise system. Modifications to the exercises allow
for a range of difficulty ranging from beginning to advanced. Get the
Pilates workout that best suits you now, and increase the intensity as your body conditioning improves. PILATES! TRY IT!
Dawns Physique is a testament to the Pilates way.
She is a powerhouse. She inspires one just by looking at her. She’s
present, compassionate, loving, sweet, warm, and deeply caring. She also
has clear intuitive power in knowing what you need. Dawn is sensitive
and perceptive, she knows when to pull you along a little out of your
comfort zone, and knows when to be gentle. Working out with her is a
delight!
breathing is essential, and helps you
execute movements
with maximum power and efficiency. Last but
not least,
learning to breathe properly can reduce
stress.
sports injuries.
and strong muscles tend to get stronger. The result is muscular
Imbalance, a primary cause of injury and chronic back pain. Pilates
Conditions the whole body, even the ankles and feet.
You will be thrilled with the results!