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Where was Joseph Pilates born?
Where was Joseph Pilates born?
Germany
Who inspired Joseph’s passion for movement?
Who inspired Joseph’s passion for movement?
- His Parents and their active & healthy lifestyles
- People 'doing' life
- Animals in nature
- All of the above (correct)
What item inspired Joseph to build the reformer?
What item inspired Joseph to build the reformer?
a hospital bed
Joseph Pilates died of natural causes in the late 90's.
Joseph Pilates died of natural causes in the late 90's.
Joseph Pilates has always referred to his work as 'Pilates'.
Joseph Pilates has always referred to his work as 'Pilates'.
What does the 'O' stand for in SOAP?
What does the 'O' stand for in SOAP?
Which is the best choice to elicit an objective response?
Which is the best choice to elicit an objective response?
What details must be included in the 'P' of SOAP?
What details must be included in the 'P' of SOAP?
As long as you are cueing safely, there is no need to do assessments and re-assessments with your clients.
As long as you are cueing safely, there is no need to do assessments and re-assessments with your clients.
If I start teaching at a studio, it is the studio management's responsibility to make sure the equipment in the studio is safe and well-maintained.
If I start teaching at a studio, it is the studio management's responsibility to make sure the equipment in the studio is safe and well-maintained.
What is the right classical order of Joseph's first 5 mat moves?
What is the right classical order of Joseph's first 5 mat moves?
Which movements and or milestones will your client need to have accomplished in order to try Crab?
Which movements and or milestones will your client need to have accomplished in order to try Crab?
What order of movement should be your goal in each class?
What order of movement should be your goal in each class?
Mat work is the most simple Pilates practice.
Mat work is the most simple Pilates practice.
The following would be a good example of using the 'P' in PEACE RR.
The following would be a good example of using the 'P' in PEACE RR.
Always suggest that clients use a thin mat or towel for their Pilates mat classes.
Always suggest that clients use a thin mat or towel for their Pilates mat classes.
What is the best way to warm up an elderly class?
What is the best way to warm up an elderly class?
What exercises does your client have to master before they should try the Boomerang?
What exercises does your client have to master before they should try the Boomerang?
What is another term for hunch shoulders?
What is another term for hunch shoulders?
What exercises involve pelvic rocks or tilts?
What exercises involve pelvic rocks or tilts?
What exercise is related to hip replacement?
What exercise is related to hip replacement?
What exercise is suggested for a young athlete that does yoga?
What exercise is suggested for a young athlete that does yoga?
After warming up my small group mat class, I plan on having them do ________________________ to get the back of their body and then _________________________ to get the front of their body.
After warming up my small group mat class, I plan on having them do ________________________ to get the back of their body and then _________________________ to get the front of their body.
Having both legs in table top is considered a closed kinetic chain and this is good for clients with low back issues.
Having both legs in table top is considered a closed kinetic chain and this is good for clients with low back issues.
A client comes to see you with a major anterior tilt in their pelvis and they have been cleared for an easy start back into fitness. What moves would you make sure to teach them in their first workout?
A client comes to see you with a major anterior tilt in their pelvis and they have been cleared for an easy start back into fitness. What moves would you make sure to teach them in their first workout?
During the chest lift, the client should maintain their neutral pelvis.
During the chest lift, the client should maintain their neutral pelvis.
During Teaser, how does bringing your knees into your chest change the move?
During Teaser, how does bringing your knees into your chest change the move?
In what plane of motion is the Hundred?
In what plane of motion is the Hundred?
Which method of journaling do we suggest using through the course?
Which method of journaling do we suggest using through the course?
What can Pilates Metrics be utilized for?
What can Pilates Metrics be utilized for?
Flashcards
Contrology
Contrology
Joseph Pilates's original name for his method, emphasizing control and precision.
Reformer Inspiration
Reformer Inspiration
A hospital bed inspired Joseph to create the reformer, a key piece of Pilates equipment.
SOAP 'O'
SOAP 'O'
The objective section of a SOAP note documents observable details, like pain level.
Discomfort Rating
Discomfort Rating
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SOAP 'P'
SOAP 'P'
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Client Assessment Importance
Client Assessment Importance
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First Five Mat Moves
First Five Mat Moves
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Classical Mat Moves
Classical Mat Moves
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Crab Prerequisites
Crab Prerequisites
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Class Movement Progression
Class Movement Progression
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Mat Work Complexity
Mat Work Complexity
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PEACE RR 'P'
PEACE RR 'P'
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Mat Thickness
Mat Thickness
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Elderly Warm-up
Elderly Warm-up
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Boomerang Prerequisites
Boomerang Prerequisites
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Chest Lift Pelvis
Chest Lift Pelvis
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Table Top and Low Back
Table Top and Low Back
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Teaser Knee Modification
Teaser Knee Modification
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Hundred Plane
Hundred Plane
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Journaling Method
Journaling Method
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Pilates Metrics
Pilates Metrics
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Study Notes
Joseph Pilates Background
- Joseph Pilates was born in Germany.
- His passion for movement was inspired by his parents' healthy lifestyles and observations of animals in nature.
Pilates Equipment
- The reformer was inspired by a hospital bed designed by Joseph Pilates.
Misconceptions about Pilates
- Pilates did not always refer to his method as "Pilates"; he originally called it "Contrology".
- Joseph Pilates did not die of natural causes in the late 90s.
SOAP Methodology
- The "O" in SOAP stands for "Objective".
- An effective way to elicit objective responses is asking clients to rate their discomfort on a scale of 1-10.
- The "P" in SOAP must detail the plan, including exercises, apparatus, repetitions, and modifications.
Client Assessment
- Regular assessments and reassessments of clients are necessary for safe cueing.
- It is the studio management's responsibility to ensure that equipment is safe and well-maintained.
Classical Pilates Moves
- The first five classical mat moves include: Hundred, Roll Up, Roll Over, One Leg Circle, Rolling Like a Ball.
- Clients need to master "Rolling Like a Ball" before attempting the Crab move.
Class Structure
- Class movements should ideally progress through: Flexion, Extension, Lateral Rotation, Transverse Rotation.
- Mat work complexity is often underestimated; it is not the simplest form of Pilates.
PEACE RR Method
- The "P" in PEACE RR provides detailed instructions for movements, such as positioning during exercises.
Equipment and Class Considerations
- Clients should use thick mats for comfort and safety during Pilates sessions.
- Recommended warm-up for elderly classes includes ground-based pelvic rocks followed by single-leg stretch.
Progression and Readiness
- Clients should master "Roll Over" and "Teaser" before trying the Boomerang exercise.
- Maintaining a neutral pelvis is crucial during the chest lift.
Body Mechanics
- Having both legs in table top is not beneficial for clients with low back issues.
- In Teaser, bringing knees into the chest alters the movement's efficacy, indicating the client may need preparatory work.
Movement Plans
- The Hundred is performed in the sagittal plane.
- Suggested journaling method throughout the course is Rapid Fire Journaling.
Educational Resources
- Pilates Metrics provides access to a complete exercise library for practice teaching purposes.
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Test your knowledge about Joseph Pilates and his contributions to the world of fitness with this comprehensive quiz. From his origins in Germany to the inspirations behind the reformer, challenge yourself on various aspects of Pilates. Perfect for both enthusiasts and instructors alike!
