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Hello, Pilates enthusiasts! Cheryl Alden here, a physical therapist and passionate Pilates instructor. Today, I’m excited to tackle a question that arises frequently: Can you describe the difference between contemporary and classical Pilates, and how someone might choose which one to pursue? Let’s delve into this intriguing topic! Classical Pilates adheres closely to the original […]

Pilates for swimmers Core strength and swimming go hand in hand. A strong core is essential to maintain body alignment in the water and to support the strong arm and leg movement required for propulsion. Along with a strong core, swimmers require a mobile but strong and stable shoulder girdle. Check out my top 5 […]

Increasing muscular endurance of the core and lower extremities is essential to maintain proper form with running. Traditional strength training focuses on larger muscle groups needed for running but often neglects the smaller endurance muscles (local stabilizers) that help stabilize the joints to help support the large muscle movement of carrying the body through space. […]

On June 12th I competed in Eagleman 70.3 in Cambridge Maryland. The race consists of a 1.2 mile swim, a 56 mile bike ride followed by a 13.1 run. This is not the first time I have done a 70.3 but it was one of the most challenging due to the elements. The wind and […]

This past winter I was asked to take part in a team triathlon in Old Orchard Beach Maine with other members of a racing team I am on. I was to do the 56 mile bike and others were to do the 1.2 mile swim and 13.1 mile run. The team race was right up […]