Slip sliding away!

Another snowy and significantly slippery day in Chicago!  Practicing pilates can help prevent the back spasm that often accompanies a quick maneuver to catch a slip on ice...or slush as is the status of tonight's lovely weather.

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Consistent pilates practice of 1+ times per week will strengthen your core muscles. During a side plank your instructor may call out, "Pull your bottom rib and hip bone together so you can get the oblique muscle to drive the movement!"  The obliques are one example of the core musculature that reaps the benefits of a religious pilates practice.

Urbancore has many offerings such as the popular group reformer classes or private sessions with a certified instructor or an apprentice instructor.   Check out the website, urbancorechicago.com, to find a time that fits your schedule.  Your back will thank you and you won't have to walk like a penguin to prevent a spill!