If only I had (enter whatever habit you are procrastinating on here) last year… I would be so much further ahead… I feel conflicted writing that first sentence because I believe everything happens at the right time, and we need to be in enough pain to push us in another direction… BUT… most of us […]
Tag: strength
Can you get up and down from the floor easily?
Hello, Can you get up and down from the floor easily? And when I say easily, I mean without using your hands and arms to heave yourself up? Building & maintaining strength and flexibility as we age is essential. For us women, as we move through peri-menopause and menopause, we have the joy of decreasing levels […]
Is Pilates or Yoga better for me?
I am often asked is ‘is Pilates or Yoga better for me?’ My answer is always: It depends on what you are looking for, what you need, and what you will enjoy, therefore, do… And the way I teach is different to how other people teach. So making sure you have the right teacher for […]
Ankle stretches for stability and balance
Hello, How are you today? If you have been with me for a while, you will know that I am passionate about finding different ways to help us move more and in ways that more people can join in. Stability & balance are extremely important, particularly as we age… Trips and falls can literally be killers! […]
Pilates for Beginners – Standing Leg & Hip Strength
Use a block, step or thick book to stand on. Flex at your ankle, and move the leg forwards as high as you can control, the out to the side keeping your hips level. For more www.iamjenwilson.com/on-demand
Beginners Leg & Hip Strength
Pilates side lying exercises www.iamjenwilson.com/on-demand
Beginners Pilates – VW for bad backs and posture
Pilates VW exercises great for bad backs and posture. Get in touch with me if you need help with movement, mobility or strength, email jen@iamjenwilson.com
Beginners Strength Training – Biceps Curls
A biceps curl is quite a straightforward exercise – that standing in different positions changes the experience… Give this a try to bring support into your movement – perfect if you are brand new to get form abd technique, great to build strength if you have a habit of swinging the upper arm to use […]