Pilates!

[UofM-TKE]

Originally Posted by ThetaDancer

Any chance it could be the mat you're using? Maybe a thicker one would work better for you and keep it from happening in the future?

I just got a new mat from my Pilates trainer who told me it was the best on the market. I find that it gives wonderful support and is very soft. I was always afraid to 'Roll Like a Ball', because of back concerns, but I have no problems with the new mat.

Its called Airex Coronella and comes in several sizes. Here is a link from medical supply house: http://www.theratek.com/ItemForm.asp...3-deb894777d8a

Here it is on Amazon for a bit less: http://www.amazon.com/Airex-Exercise.../dp/B000MRGMVC

[ThetaDancer]

Originally Posted by UofM-TKE

I just got a new mat from my Pilates trainer who told me it was the best on the market. I find that it gives wonderful support and is very soft. I was always afraid to 'Roll Like a Ball', because of back concerns, but I have no problems with the new mat.

Its called Airex Coronella and comes in several sizes. Here is a link from medical supply house: http://www.theratek.com/ItemForm.asp...3-deb894777d8a

Here it is on Amazon for a bit less: http://www.amazon.com/Airex-Exercise.../dp/B000MRGMVC

Adding this to my birthday wish-list!

[ree-Xi]

Annabella, I hadn't thought of that. I'm really sore today, but I want to try. And I agree - if you've ever danced, Pilates is just as challenging/rewarding. And you already know the hardest part - keeping that core tight! My poor husband can't roll like a ball without rolling into furniture (lol).

Thetatygerlilly - going back is so hard, but once you're back, you wonder why you ever stopped! That's cool that Mari is Kappa! She'll whip us into shape so we can go buy some Betsy Johnson dresses (with that rumoured AXiD Discount lol!)

Teke - that looks AWESOME! A little out of my budget though right now. Lucky!!

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Originally Posted by annabella

I've had instructors suggest a folded/rolled towel placed under the lower back or anything else you need supported—would that work?

PS- Love Pilates. Best workout for ex-dancers.

Originally Posted by thetygerlily

I have some of the Winsor Pilates DVDs, and although I've fallen out of touch with them I can't say I've had that issue. However, for several exercises I support my lower back/tailbone with my hands to help provide stability & make it more comfortable. Not sure if something like that would help- once you're feeling better, of course!

Side note, Mari Winsor is a Kappa

Okay... you're making me feel like I should get back on the wagon. Pilates today for me!

Originally Posted by UofM-TKE

I just got a new mat from my Pilates trainer who told me it was the best on the market. I find that it gives wonderful support and is very soft. I was always afraid to 'Roll Like a Ball', because of back concerns, but I have no problems with the new mat.

Its called Airex Coronella and comes in several sizes. Here is a link from medical supply house: http://www.theratek.com/ItemForm.asp...3-deb894777d8a

Here it is on Amazon for a bit less: http://www.amazon.com/Airex-Exercise.../dp/B000MRGMVC