Pilates for Menopause™ Equipment – Hong Kong

Description

Course Description

This course contains innovative and progressive exercises on the Pilates Cadillac, Reformer and Chair that follow the Center’s concepts of MORE aimed at improving the health and wellness of the menopause years. Teachers are encouraged to attend the Health and exercise for Menopause Mat Theory and Practical for a more comprehensive education.

Continuing education credits

8 NPCP– National Pilates Certification Program 6 PAA– Pilates Alliance Australasia

Course objectives

You will gain a deep understanding of

• How to create Pilates-based exercises on the Cadillac, Reformer and Chair to accommodate the changes in the menopausal body.
• The pelvic and pelvic floor form the foundation for all exercises designed
• Hip and shoulder work is emphasized
• The exercise concepts of MORE, adding more spring tension, more innovative exercises, and more endurance to the program.
• The need to challenge this population with movement that encourages strength, balance and brain power.

Course Outline

Practical only

• Implementing the menopause exercise concepts of MORE on the Pilates Cadillac, Reformer and Chair
• Designing programs that include brain teasers, weight bearing and balance exercises
• Enjoying innovative and creative choreography on the Cadillac, Reformer and Chair
• Includes Rocking and Rolling to Release elements on the Pilates Equipment to address the stiffness created by the decrease of female hormones.