Osteoporosis, derived from the term
"porous bones," means that having low bone mass or brittle bones. The
condition, which happens in over 50 million Americans alone, will lead to
fractures and breaks, mostly within the spine and hips. Caution is key, even
for mild conditions, including Osteopenia. For an Osteoporosis-safe Pilates
(professional New York Pilates exercise) Mat exercise, avoid forward and loaded
Flexion, and focus on extension and hinging from the hip with flat back
instead. Get started with these 5 Osteoporosis-safe professional New York
Pilates exercise for seniors, and watch our program on Bone Health for more
professional New York Pilates exercise and tips on building strong bones.
Single
Leg Kick:
Strengthen back extensors, whereas strengthening
hamstrings and glutes.
Double
Leg Kick:
Create extension in the thoracic spine
(upper back), and open the chest whereas engaging glutes, abdominals, and
stretching the shoulder girdle.
Shoulder
Bridge:
Strengthen your glutes and hamstrings;
interact with your triceps. Precaution: Plank up to bridge, plank down to the
Mat, and stop rolling the spine down.
Modification: If you're not
yet strong enough to lower and lift your legs, pulse your hips to the ceiling,
whereas engaging the glutes.
Leg
Kicks:
Stabilization of the powerhouse whereas
strengthening the glutes, hips, abdominals, and back extensors.
Swimming:
Lengthen your spine and interact with
your abdominals and glutes.
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