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Sunday, January 4, 2015
Imprint Pilates Prenatal Series
Prenatal Pilates Series
Tuesday's 5:45pm - 6:45pm
Starting January 6th, 2015
with Anita Ivic
5 weeks for $105 inc. HST
10 weeks for $200 inc. HST
Strengthen to support your baby while working your abdominals and whole body at the same time, to help relieve discomfort in the lower back and body. Pre-natal Pilates creates a sense of centering, alignment and balance while toning the arms, legs and backside. Pre-regsitration required, email info@imprintpilates.comto to reserve your spot.
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Saturday, January 3, 2015
Pilates and Your Personal Best
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Pilates
The classical Pilates Method is based on exercises founded by Joseph Pilates during WWII and seeks to develop controlled movements from a strong core and it does this using a range of exercises to guide and train the body.
Modern contemporary methods and those taught at Imprint Pilates, such as the Stott Pilates Method is based on 5 key principles:
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Pilates and your Personal Best
By Anita Ivic, Imprint Pilates
Whether you’re a walker, jogger, full marathon runner, a triathlete, a tennis player, or just your average exerciser, achieving your Personal Best is the ultimate goal. No matter how well prepared people are, few can sustain their best performance on their own (The New Yorker- Atul Gawande).
Pilates is a system of exercises designed to improve physical strength, flexibility, posture, while core conditioning, and also enhance mental awareness in order to support efficient movement. Incorporating Pilates as strength training into your program can help you achieve your personal best.
By Anita Ivic, Imprint Pilates
Whether you’re a walker, jogger, full marathon runner, a triathlete, a tennis player, or just your average exerciser, achieving your Personal Best is the ultimate goal. No matter how well prepared people are, few can sustain their best performance on their own (The New Yorker- Atul Gawande).
Pilates is a system of exercises designed to improve physical strength, flexibility, posture, while core conditioning, and also enhance mental awareness in order to support efficient movement. Incorporating Pilates as strength training into your program can help you achieve your personal best.
Pilates
The classical Pilates Method is based on exercises founded by Joseph Pilates during WWII and seeks to develop controlled movements from a strong core and it does this using a range of exercises to guide and train the body.
Modern contemporary methods and those taught at Imprint Pilates, such as the Stott Pilates Method is based on 5 key principles:
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Breathing
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Pelvic placement
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Ribcage placement
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Scapula movement
- Head and cervical spine placement.
Through a series of controlled and often small movements on a mat or equipment, stabilizing muscles are
recruited to develop the required strength. It’s amazing to see a wide range of students; including athletes attend
introductory sessions, recruiting correct muscles for the first time to realize how ‘weak and shaky’ they are.
Physical Strength & Flexibility
Running, as I’m sure you’re all aware involves the utilization of large power generating muscles, which propel the body forward to generate speed, power and they sustain substantial aerobic effort for long durations of time. The utilization of these muscles, and their ability to push the body for long periods of time at high speeds, is increased when the skeleton is stable.
Pilates exercises target all the parts of the body. Often we think of Pilates as only working the abdominal muscles. Abdominal strengthening however is only a small component of Pilates as it also targets hips, knees, ankles and other body parts to ensure the joints are in a proper position to transfer the forces that the body experiences during running, cycling, cross country skiing or any other physical activity.
Physical Strength & Flexibility
Running, as I’m sure you’re all aware involves the utilization of large power generating muscles, which propel the body forward to generate speed, power and they sustain substantial aerobic effort for long durations of time. The utilization of these muscles, and their ability to push the body for long periods of time at high speeds, is increased when the skeleton is stable.
Pilates exercises target all the parts of the body. Often we think of Pilates as only working the abdominal muscles. Abdominal strengthening however is only a small component of Pilates as it also targets hips, knees, ankles and other body parts to ensure the joints are in a proper position to transfer the forces that the body experiences during running, cycling, cross country skiing or any other physical activity.
Pilates and your Personal Best
Physical Strength & Flexibility
Pilates concentrates on strengthening stabilizing muscles, including the core and is often overlooked by many athletes. Strong core muscles, comprised of all abdominals (external and internal obliques, transversus abdominis , rectus abdominis) and back muscles allow efficient power transfer from the legs through the rest of your body. In contrast, with a weak core the small stabilizing muscles are not strong enough to hold the spine in correct alignment. The large muscles try to align and support the skeleton which decreases biomechanical efficiency. This in turn can slow the runner down, decrease their endurance and aerobic capacity or over time can lead to repetitive strain or chronic injuries.If these small muscles, which Pilates exercises target and strengthen, can do their job properly then the large muscles will be able to generate the power and speed without interference.
Posture & Gait - Injury Prevention & Rehabilitation
The Stabilizing muscles that Pilates strengthens are also responsible for maintaining correct posture. When muscles fire incorrectly (because of injury, laziness or other environmental factors), they place unnecessary strain on the surrounding muscles, posture deteriorates and can result in pain. The same rings true for your running gait, if stabilizing muscles aren’t doing their job correctly, something can and probably will go ‘wrong’ at some point.I have many clients with really simple problems, they come in looking for help, with chronic back, knee, hip, shoulder and foot pains, you name it, we’ve had it! Pilates was developed as a rehabilitative form of exercise, and through an initial postural assessment we help diagnose the problem often together with our onsite physiotherapist. The diagnosis, more often than not is that the pains are a direct result of incorrect core or other stabilizing muscle recruitment, throwing the rest of the body into a state of imbalance. Lower back pain is amongst one of the most common complaints from many runners, cyclists or triathletes from lack of support of the weak abdominal muscles. Our programs focus on correcting muscle activation, releasing contracted muscles, articulating the spine; joints while core conditioning and stabilizing the muscles that craft the biomechanical efficient power house. It’s astounding to see the results and responses from clients after just 3- 5 sessions. It’s not uncommon to hear “That’s it? It’s as simples as that” and really it is, it’s that simple, ok, well not quite. Being able to locate and develop a plan to recruit those muscles effectively however, is not an easy task!
Physical Strength & Flexibility
Pilates concentrates on strengthening stabilizing muscles, including the core and is often overlooked by many athletes. Strong core muscles, comprised of all abdominals (external and internal obliques, transversus abdominis , rectus abdominis) and back muscles allow efficient power transfer from the legs through the rest of your body. In contrast, with a weak core the small stabilizing muscles are not strong enough to hold the spine in correct alignment. The large muscles try to align and support the skeleton which decreases biomechanical efficiency. This in turn can slow the runner down, decrease their endurance and aerobic capacity or over time can lead to repetitive strain or chronic injuries.If these small muscles, which Pilates exercises target and strengthen, can do their job properly then the large muscles will be able to generate the power and speed without interference.
Posture & Gait - Injury Prevention & Rehabilitation
The Stabilizing muscles that Pilates strengthens are also responsible for maintaining correct posture. When muscles fire incorrectly (because of injury, laziness or other environmental factors), they place unnecessary strain on the surrounding muscles, posture deteriorates and can result in pain. The same rings true for your running gait, if stabilizing muscles aren’t doing their job correctly, something can and probably will go ‘wrong’ at some point.I have many clients with really simple problems, they come in looking for help, with chronic back, knee, hip, shoulder and foot pains, you name it, we’ve had it! Pilates was developed as a rehabilitative form of exercise, and through an initial postural assessment we help diagnose the problem often together with our onsite physiotherapist. The diagnosis, more often than not is that the pains are a direct result of incorrect core or other stabilizing muscle recruitment, throwing the rest of the body into a state of imbalance. Lower back pain is amongst one of the most common complaints from many runners, cyclists or triathletes from lack of support of the weak abdominal muscles. Our programs focus on correcting muscle activation, releasing contracted muscles, articulating the spine; joints while core conditioning and stabilizing the muscles that craft the biomechanical efficient power house. It’s astounding to see the results and responses from clients after just 3- 5 sessions. It’s not uncommon to hear “That’s it? It’s as simples as that” and really it is, it’s that simple, ok, well not quite. Being able to locate and develop a plan to recruit those muscles effectively however, is not an easy task!
Pilates and your Personal Best
Mental Awareness
Increasing mental awareness is a benefit many people don’t necessarily associate with Pilates or any other part of their training program. Have you ever tried to specifically recruit a single muscle? Conditioning small stabilizing muscles require much more mental attention than traditional strength training, exercises should be completed consciously and mindfully and are as important as strengthening the power muscles. It’s a skill which requires a lot of physical, mental effort and in some sense can be more challenging than running. Developing this mental awareness improves the mind-body connection to a level where the athlete becomes consciously aware of his / her body, what muscles are being used and having the ability to modify form & gait accordingly without intervention. Being able to consciously engage core musculature or any muscle for that matter, especially towards the end of your long runs or races will improve your biomechanics efficiency as well as reducing any pain. Building an increased self –awareness, knowing how your body feels and responding to its needs is a vital tool in achieving your personal best, physically and mentally.
Imprint Pilates
At Imprint Pilates we specialize in private and Semi-Private classes aimed at integrating individualized training programs to support your goals. A Pilates program is the perfect runners / cyclists cross-training activity, helping to complete a strong, supple and injury free body. We focus directly on your individual goals and desires, and you will see and feel the results immediately. We are equally dedicated to providing clear and detailed instruction, and to support your journey, whether you are a beginner or well - seasoned practitioner As your body changes, your instructor will be there to modify and advance your workout to meet your changing needs. You will correct posture, strengthen muscle weaknesses and imbalances, relieve tension, and strengthen your core. Your body will be pain free, strong and flexible.
To schedule an introductory session and start your strength training e-mail anita@imprintpilates.com or call 416 939 9545.
Mental Awareness
Increasing mental awareness is a benefit many people don’t necessarily associate with Pilates or any other part of their training program. Have you ever tried to specifically recruit a single muscle? Conditioning small stabilizing muscles require much more mental attention than traditional strength training, exercises should be completed consciously and mindfully and are as important as strengthening the power muscles. It’s a skill which requires a lot of physical, mental effort and in some sense can be more challenging than running. Developing this mental awareness improves the mind-body connection to a level where the athlete becomes consciously aware of his / her body, what muscles are being used and having the ability to modify form & gait accordingly without intervention. Being able to consciously engage core musculature or any muscle for that matter, especially towards the end of your long runs or races will improve your biomechanics efficiency as well as reducing any pain. Building an increased self –awareness, knowing how your body feels and responding to its needs is a vital tool in achieving your personal best, physically and mentally.
Imprint Pilates
At Imprint Pilates we specialize in private and Semi-Private classes aimed at integrating individualized training programs to support your goals. A Pilates program is the perfect runners / cyclists cross-training activity, helping to complete a strong, supple and injury free body. We focus directly on your individual goals and desires, and you will see and feel the results immediately. We are equally dedicated to providing clear and detailed instruction, and to support your journey, whether you are a beginner or well - seasoned practitioner As your body changes, your instructor will be there to modify and advance your workout to meet your changing needs. You will correct posture, strengthen muscle weaknesses and imbalances, relieve tension, and strengthen your core. Your body will be pain free, strong and flexible.
To schedule an introductory session and start your strength training e-mail anita@imprintpilates.com or call 416 939 9545.
Top 5 Pilates Studio in Toronto
http://mycitygossip.com/top-5-pilates/
When you are as driven as Anita Ivic giving up is never an option, no matter the circumstances. Dancing ballet since she was very young, Anita always knew the importance of being healthy. When she was 11, she suffered an injury from a car accident, which did not hinder her dance career whatsoever. She started rehabilitation through Pilates which allowed her to earn her degree in dance and become a professional dancer. Pilates has always complimented her training and Anita eventually became a Pilates instructor at various physiotherapy clinics and studios. Carrying a vast knowledge on how the body works and its movement, Anita took a huge leap in her career and took over Imprint Pilates in 2008 and the studio is now taking the city by storm.
At Imprint Pilates there are a variety of classes & programs offered. Not only does Imprint Pilates specialize in Private and Semi-private Pilates they also offer Yoga, Massage Therapy, Acupuncture & Traditional Chinese Medicine, Holistic Nutrition and Physiotherapy. What distinguishes Imprint Pilates from other studios is their dynamic integrative health services but mostly their Rehab Pilates programming and Prenatal and postnatal programs.
Pilates for rehabilitation is a therapeutic approach to your Pilates programming integrating Imprint Pilates modified exercises based on your injuries, limitations, strengths and weaknesses.Injury prevention and re educating movement patterns, correct alignment and posture are taught for optimal recovery.
The pilates programs offered at Imprint are as follows:
- Private Pilates or Yoga classes: allow you to have one-on-one training with an instructor, the instructor will create your own specialized workout to focus on the areas that you want to improve
- Semi-private Pilates or Yoga: so you and your friend can sweat it out together!
- Small Group classes on the mat with props
- Reformer classes: small classes size for a more personal experience
For you Pilates newbies, the reformer is an efficient machine that adds resistance with pulleys and cords. The reformer is great for those who want to take it to the next level. However, the mat utilizes your body weight and with proper technique does the exact same thing!
Located in the heart of downtown Toronto, Imprint Pilates is right at Spadina and Adelaide. So if you’re coming straight from work it’s the perfect location for you to get that quick personalized workout fix. Similarly to Yoga, Pilates is a terrific way to banish stress by working on circulation to alleviate tension.
Take some time out of your busy work day to see how Imprint Pilates can put you on the road to become a healthier, stronger you!
Twitter: @ImprintPilates
Instagram: @ImprintPilates
Website:http://imprintpilates.com
Location: 101 Spadina Ave #103
Contact: 416-939-9545
Monday, July 9, 2012
Mezamashii Run Project
Mezamashii Run Project
By Michelle Clarke @runningchic http://michelletherunner.com/
Mezamashii means “Eye opening” or “Brilliant” in Japanese. As someone who has been running in Mizuno shoes for many years – these words describe the euphoric feeling of this experience. Mizuno is using social media and word of mouth to spread the word about their new campaign and to get their shoes into the hands of people who have yet to experience a Mezamashii run. Trying on a pair of mizuno shoes in the store might be enough for some (it was all it took for me), but others need more. They need to feel the road beneath their feet and experience the joy of a lighter, smoother running shoe.
The Mezamashii Run Project will be launching TODAY, July 9th.
The word “mezamashii” means “eye-opening” or “brilliant” in Japanese — it’s a word that captures the euphoric feeling of a brilliant run.
Mizuno wants to bring this experience directly to the customer and will be giving away a free pair of shoes every week.
What’s even better is with your free pair of shoes you will get an invite to give away to a friend or family member so they will get a free pair of shoes!
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By Michelle Clarke @runningchic http://michelletherunner.com/
Mezamashii means “Eye opening” or “Brilliant” in Japanese. As someone who has been running in Mizuno shoes for many years – these words describe the euphoric feeling of this experience. Mizuno is using social media and word of mouth to spread the word about their new campaign and to get their shoes into the hands of people who have yet to experience a Mezamashii run. Trying on a pair of mizuno shoes in the store might be enough for some (it was all it took for me), but others need more. They need to feel the road beneath their feet and experience the joy of a lighter, smoother running shoe.
So lets talk a bit about the runnings shoes and why they are different from the rest. The first thing you will notice is the weight. The weightlessness has much to do with the wave plate technology specific to the Mizuno brand.
“The genesis for Wave came as our engineers studied the way nature deals with impact forces. From sound waves to tidal waves, waveforms spread and dissipate energy incredibly quickly. Inspired by nature’s simple efficiency, we created the world’s first and most effective mechanical midsole–the Mizuno Wave.
Unlike other shoe technologies, as your foot touches the ground, Wave actually reduces and redirects impact forces away from your foot. Wave acts much like your car’s suspension—offering cushioning and keeping your foot centered in your shoe throughout your stride. Our engineers have developed multiple Wave shapes, so we can gear different shoes to fit the unique strides of different runners. And Wave’s compact form keeps the shoe sleeker and lighter than competitive systems. So whether you’re jogging around the neighbourhood or blasting past the 20-mile marker, Wave always feels amazing underfoot.
- Disperses impact forces away from foot
- Progressive, tunable support
- Lightweight, compact, responsive
- Doesn’t break down over time” 1
The next best thing about the Mizuno shoes is the “smooth ride” engineering. This smooth ride just keeps getting better every season!
SmoothRide is the result of years of development designed to the most fluid, smooth, rocking-chair-like motion in every step.
“Smoothride begins working the moment your foot touches the ground. Flex Grooves in the heel promote natural movement from the back of your foot to the front, initiating that rocking-chair motion. Our AP+ Midsole gives the shoe a bouncier feel. And Flex Grooves and Flex Controllers in the forefoot work together to smoothly continue the roll forward to give your foot a more solid platform at toe-off. It all adds up to a more fluid, enjoyable run, every time you head out.
- Smooth, rocking motion throughout your stride
- Increased flexibility
- More power at toe-off” 2
Lastly the fit of a shoe is so important. A shoe should never have to be “worked in” to feel comfortable. It should feel just right from the minute you put it on. Every foot is different, but I haven’t had a mizuno shoe that felt too stiff or too bulky or too restrictive.
“The best running gear is gear that allows you to get the most out of your natural ability. It simply works with your body. When our engineers studied the way muscles and skin moved on the foot as you run, we realized that we could design a shoe upper that mirrored that motion so that the shoe almost feels like a second skin. That discovery was the beginning of Dynamotion Fit.
From heel strike to mid stride to toe off, Dynamotion Fit is all about creating a shoe that works with your foot through the design and materials we use to create it. As your foot twists, bends, and stretches in each step, the shoe upper moves with you. Flex Eyelets help keep your heel secure throughout your stride by allowing the upper to stretch and contract as needed. And Stretch Mesh eliminates bunching and pulling that can create discomfort and even blisters–especially at toe-off. Together, the features of Dynamotion Fit create a shoe that gets out of your way, so you can become the best runner you can be.
- Emulates the motion of your foot
- Secure fit that still freely moves
- Eliminates bunching, pulling, and sliding” 3
Have I peaked your interest yet? Do you think you could see yourself running your next run or race in a pair of Mizuno shoes? Well you can stop dreaming and actually do it!
This campaign will continue on for the rest of the year by allowing the public to go their site and enter their name into a draw. That will go live on July 11th … BUT until then … I have been given invitations to get you started with the mizuno shoe of your choice now! I will be selecting certain readers of my blog and twitter to invite them to the campaign. There are a few stipulations. Firstly you can’t already be a Mizuno runner…that wouldn’t be fair as you already know how awesome they are. We want the first timers – the ones who have contemplated, looked at them, wondered – but have never took them for a ride because what you have already is familiar and maybe comfortable enough. Send me an email – michelletherunner@gmail.com – take a picture of the shoes you are currently wearing and tell me why you think you should, could or want to make the switch.
(I’m especially looking for anyone who is an avid runner/blogger, personal trainer, fitness instructor, running coach or all of the above. If picked I will send you and invite and with that invite you will get a 2nd invite to give to a friend or anyone in your running network.)
(I’m especially looking for anyone who is an avid runner/blogger, personal trainer, fitness instructor, running coach or all of the above. If picked I will send you and invite and with that invite you will get a 2nd invite to give to a friend or anyone in your running network.)
Remember I was a dedicated Asics runner since the age of 10, ten minutes in a pair of Mizuno’s had me hooked. I donated my Asics and never looked back. Mizuno’s offer something for every foot and have opened a up a world of running/racing shoes I was never able to try with other brands. I currently use everything from the Wave inspire, Wave Rider, Wave Elixir and the Musha. They all offer something different for each workout I need to do. Going from one to the other doesn’t cause or create any pain or soreness like I would experience in other brands. The heart of each shoe (the wave plate) is truly what makes these shoes special and will be an “eye opening” experience.
My favourite shoe at the moment is the Wave Elixir – pictured left. Mizuno’s flashy colour palette are just one of the many reasons to choose the Mizuno brand. These days the shoes are stealing the show at my races. The Elixir is the perfect shoe for someone who wants a lightweight, faster – almost racing flat shoe, but still likes the feel of some cushioning
and needs a touch of support. I use my Elixir’s for Mid distance speed work and all racing (from 5km to 42km). However, Elixirs are very versatile in how they can be used depending on whose using them.
Mizuno’s new campaign is basically saying ’try it and you’ll love it’. So get ready to try something extraordinary – Get ready to have a Mezamashii run!
Read more about the project at
http://www.mizunorunningnews.com/
http://www.mizunorunningnews.com/
1. http://www.mizunousa.com/corporate/innovation/mizuno-wave-technology
2. http://www.mizunousa.com/corporate/innovation/smoothride-engineering
3.http://www.mizunousa.com/corporate/innovation/dynamotion-fit
2. http://www.mizunousa.com/corporate/innovation/smoothride-engineering
3.http://www.mizunousa.com/corporate/innovation/dynamotion-fit
Inspiring Whole Body Health
Anita Ivic (Owner • Pilates & Yoga Instructor and Personal Trainer • STOTT PILATES® • CYA • BFA)
Imprint Pilates & Yoga101 Spadina Ave Suite 103 & Suite 209
Toronto ON M5V 2K2
Phone: 416 939 9545
Studio: 647 347 2298
E-mail: anita@imprintpilates.comWebsite URL: http://www.imprintpilates.com
Other:http://imprintpilates.com/files/PilatesAndYourPersonalBest_Final1.pdf
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fMRH-Wgxf20&feature=player_embedded
http://imprintpilates.com/images/BestHealth_TK_Imprint.pdf
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j8AbvkDMQQQ
Twitter: http://twitter.com/imprintpilates
http://twitter.com/imprintyoga
Facebook:http://www.facebook.com/pages/Imprint-Pilates/
Anita Ivic (Owner • Pilates & Yoga Instructor and Personal Trainer • STOTT PILATES® • CYA • BFA)
Imprint Pilates & Yoga101 Spadina Ave Suite 103 & Suite 209
Toronto ON M5V 2K2
Phone: 416 939 9545
Studio: 647 347 2298
E-mail: anita@imprintpilates.comWebsite URL: http://www.imprintpilates.com
Other:http://imprintpilates.com/files/PilatesAndYourPersonalBest_Final1.pdf
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fMRH-Wgxf20&feature=player_embedded
http://imprintpilates.com/images/BestHealth_TK_Imprint.pdf
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j8AbvkDMQQQ
Twitter: http://twitter.com/imprintpilates
http://twitter.com/imprintyoga
Facebook:http://www.facebook.com/pages/Imprint-Pilates/
Sunday, August 7, 2011
OM-elicious New Group Class Rates & Goal Setting
OM-elicious New Group Class Rates http://conta.cc/p4WaV9
After reviewing our classes and rates, we’ve made several changes to the schedule and now, we’re changing our rates, for the better!!
| Ying/Yan Classes Resumes August 8th Link breath with movement while building muscle endurance, core strength and stability in the first half of class and then slow down to unwind connective tissue, increase flexibility and restore flow to the energy system during the second half of this complementary blend of active (yang) and passive (yin) asana practice.Sign-up here |
Goal Setting At the beginning of the year, a lot of us wrote our goals on the news board and I wanted congratulate everyone for doing a great job! A goal inspires you to do the work and to create what does not already exist. Your goals should excite and even scare you. Your goals should be specific, measurable and written in the present tense. August is a great time to re-think your goals for the rest of the year. Tweet your latest goals with #ImprintPilates or #ImprintYoga and share with our growing community. “Our goals can only be reached through a vehicle of a plan, in which we must fervently believe, and upon which we must vigorously act. There is no other route to success.” – Vincent van Gogh Imprint Pilates & Yoga Twitter: |
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