Tag: Joseph Pilates

Joseph Pilates Archival Film 1930s-1950s

August 16, 2022

In the early 1920s, Joseph Pilates (1883-1967) developed a series of exercises he named Contrology. Today millions of people worldwide practice his exercise routine, that is now known as Pilates.

In this short archival film Joseph Pilates is shown demonstrating exercises to his students. In another sequence one of his students is shown using the Wunda Chair, that demonstrates her high level of core strength and control.

Joseph Pilates Reformer Training 1944

July 28, 2022

Joseph Pilates (1883-1967) immigrated to the United States from Germany around 1925. Thereafter, he and his wife Clara, opened a fitness studio in New York City, where he taught an exercise regimen that he named Contrology. The routine primarily focused on core strength using either a mat, a reformer, or one of several other machines invented by him. Sometime after his death in 1967, his exercises became known as Pilates.

Joseph Pilates was 61 years old in this film.

Pilates For Climbers

August 4, 2013

Pilates is an exercise method created by Joseph Pilates during the 1920s.  Pilates taught his students to develop strength in the center of the body.  He called this center, the powerhouse.

Once the powerhouse is strong, muscles are balanced, movement becomes efficient, our postures improve, aches and pains disappear.

Climbing is an exhilarating sport where flexibility helps you reach further, while muscular strength gives you the ability to manoeuver through tough spots.

The margin for error is narrow.  Taking a fall may cause injury, or loss of life. No one wants either.  Strengthening your core with Pilates makes you a dynamo of balanced power.

If you’re thinking about taking up climbing, or are already involved, why not be sure your body is fully prepared for the challenges ahead.

Pilates gives you the upper edge on becoming a successful climber, rather than a quitter or someone who is frequently injured.

The skills you need for climbing are inherent in Pilates: concentration, breathing, focus, control,  precision, flow and stamina.

Designed to create mobility and strength, the Pilates method of exercise, teaches mind over muscles, to be as supple as a cat, not to sacrifice knowledge to speed, breathing through all movement, and concentrating on correct form.

Copyright 2013 Irene Pastore and Blue Moon Personal Training

20 Motivational Fitness Quotes

July 14, 2013

“If your dog is fat, you’re not getting enough exercise.” Source Unknown

“Physical fitness is the first requisite of happiness.” Joseph Pilates

“Just do it.” Nike

“When quitting is no longer an option, you’re halfway there”.  Source Unknown

“Those who do not find time for exercise, will have to find time for illness”.  Edward Stanley, Earl of Derby

“If you want to change someone, don’t preach to them.  Set an example, and shut up.”  Jack LaLanne

“The difference between try and triumph, is just a little umph!” – Marvin Phillips

“We do not stop exercising because we grow old.  We grow old because we stop exercising.” Dr. Kenneth Cooper

“When your legs are tired, run with your heart”.  Source Unknown

“A man’s health can be judged by which he takes two at a time: pills or stairs”.  Joan Welch

“Take care of your body.  It’s the only place you have to live.”  Jim Rohn

“Somewhere in the world, someone is training when you are not.  When you race him, he will win.”  Tom Fleming

“The only exercise some people get is jumping to conclusions, running down their friends, side-stepping responsibility, and pushing their luck.” Source Unknown

“Exercise to live.  Never live to exercise.”  Jack LaLanne

“Happiness lies first of all in health”.   George William Curtis

“If you want to look like a fox, you have to work like a horse, and sweat like a pig.  Source Unknown

“The secret of getting ahead is getting started.”  Mark Twain

“Muscles come and go.  Flab lasts.”  Bill Vaughan

“The first and best victory is to conquer self”.  Plato

“The human body is the best picture of the human soul.”  Ludwig Wittgenstein
Copyright 2013 Irene Pastore and Blue Moon Personal Training