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  New for 2023 : Dance For Your Bones and Pilates: A Fusion of Dance and Pilates exercise to Boost Bone Health Embarking on a revolutionary journey towards comprehensive bone health, The UK Royal Osteoporosis Society introduces an innovative exercise program, "Dance For Your Bones."  In a remarkable twist, the Mbodies Training Academy aligns this initiative with their Bone Safe Pilates CPD Instructor courses, unveiling a harmonious blend of impact-based and safe-strengthening exercises for optimal bone wellness. Dance Your Way to Stronger Bones Developed in collaboration with Scottish Ballet experts, Dance for Your Bones is a breakthrough program designed by The UK Royal Osteoporosis Society.  It combines weight-bearing, moderate-impact exercises with artistically curated dance routines.  The primary aim is to inspire individuals to embrace impact exercises that are not only effective but enjoyable, fostering a consistent and engaging fitness routine. Structured in s

In the realm of fitness and wellness, there are countless methods and techniques aimed at improving our physical health, flexibility, and overall well-being.  Two such techniques that have gained significant attention are self-myofascial release and Pilates exercise.  While each of these practices offers distinct benefits on its own, combining them can create a powerful synergy that enhances the effectiveness of your workouts and promotes optimal body function.  Let’s explore the advantages of integrating self-myofascial release with Pilates and how this combination can contribute to a healthier, stronger and more balanced body. Self-Myofascial Release and Pilates Exercise:  A Body Working method combined with one of the leading exercise methods Before delving into the benefits of their combination, let's briefly review what self-myofascial release and Pilates entail. Self-Myofascial Release (SMR): Myofascial release involves applying gentle pressure to the connective tiss

  Awareness and Practical Education Whilst in 2003 RCOG Calls for Action to Empower Women, Mbodies does its bit to educate Pilates Instructors and Physios to work effectively to provide targeted exercise for these conditions. The Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG) has sounded an urgent call for action to combat the widespread issue of pelvic floor dysfunction in the UK, affecting millions of women. Disturbing new data shows that over 60% of UK women experience symptoms of poor pelvic floor health, yet many are unaware of the importance of pelvic floor exercises and lack access to crucial information. A survey involving 2,000 women highlighted a concerning lack of awareness and education. Shockingly, a significant portion of women (55%) have either never attempted or currently do not engage in pelvic floor exercises, which can alleviate and prevent symptoms.  Additionally, 15% of respondents couldn't recognise common symptoms linked to a weakened pelvic f

  The 2023 American Society for Clinical Oncology (ASCO) annual clinical meeting in cancer research showcased groundbreaking advances in Breast Cancer treatment. Among the plethora of clinical trial updates, two stand out as game-changers. Firstly, CDK4/6 inhibitors are taking a prominent position in Breast Cancer therapy.  Cyclin-dependent kinase 4 and 6 (CDK4 and CDK6) are enzymes important in cell division.  CDK4/6 inhibitors are drugs designed to interrupt the growth of cancer cells.  CDK4/6 inhibitors are used in combination with hormone therapy to treat some Breast Cancers.  These inhibitors block cancer cells' growth cycle, preventing cancer progression, and were initially developed as a treatment option for endocrine therapy-resistant Breast Cancer.  Palbociclib (Ibrance®) received American FDA approval in 2015, followed by ribociclib (Kisqali®) and abemaciclib (Verzenio®) in 2017 and in the UK NICE approved it in 2018.  Researchers presented trials with these inhibitors

  What is Good for the Heart is Good for the Brain: A Pilates Perspective With wellness and brain health gaining prominence, individuals are increasingly focused on optimising cognitive function and preventing neurological disorders. As the understanding of brain health evolves, it becomes clear that it is a critical aspect of overall well-being, intertwined with mental health and physical wellness. The brain is a complex organ that impacts every aspect of life, from mood and memory to more serious neurological conditions. However, the definition of brain health remains broad and lacks universal acceptance. While some may confuse brain health with mental health, they are distinct but related concepts, as recognised by the World Health Organisation. The growing interest in brain care is evident, with the global neuroscience market projected to exceed £ 565 billion by 2026. Brain health disorders account for a staggering £2.35 trillion of lost productivity annually. Research on bra

  Pilates and Women's Pelvic Health Part 3 In part 1 of this blog series, we discovered that Pelvic Health problems exist in 25% of women, and can often significantly affect their quality of life.  We showed how Pilates Instructors can be of great benefit in coaching and supporting Women with Pelvic Health Dysfunctions.   A deeper knowledge of Pelvic Health when teaching Pilates classes encourages self-help, and preventative physical therapy in a relaxed environment with open, informed discussion on this often delicate topic.  Having briefly listed the various Pelvic dysfunctions, in part 2 we detailed two types of Urinary Incontinence as specific and common examples - demonstrating how Pilates is particularly effective as a targeted, physical therapy for the Pelvic Floor and Core. In this concluding part, we will explore, the other Pelvic dysfunctions you may hear about in more detail.  Pilates is equally appropriate as a targeted physical therapy to prevent, treat and rehabilitat