Functional Pilates

#goodposture starts from the pelvis, it cannot be corrected from the shoulders. #posturecorrector cannot work in the long run, it’s impossible. The pelvis sets the stage for what happens above. #pilatesinstructor #ergonomic #functionaltraining #personaltrainer #posture #neutralspine #spinehealth

A good #ergonomicchair has adjustability. The only limitation of this #chair is that it doesn’t accommodate really tall or big people. Since #ergonomic chairs can be expensive you can make a less expensive one work with #lumbarsupport I suggest one by Bodyline,. #functionaltrainer #PilatesInstructor #personaltrainer #dancer #chiropractic #neutralspine #workfromhome #functionalfitness #losangeles #fitforlife #functionalmovement

Do #posturecorrector work? Long term no. Posture correctors only address the shoulders which are an EFFECT of what’s going on lower in the body. The pelvis and ribs need to be in neutral in order for the shoulders to be able to sustain a correct position. #functionalfitness #pilatesinstructor #losangeles #personaltraining #fitforlife #posturebrace #neutralspine

https://shoutoutla.com/meet-paula-morizono-founder-persona/ My latest article and interview by shoutoutla.com. I am honored to be featured a second time.#functionaltrainer #pilates #Ergonomic #chiropractic #functionalmovement #fitforlife #losangeles

Proper technique in getting off the toilet is flat back or neutral spine. The toilet is concave so when sitting on it the back naturally rounds which is great for . But when standing up the back must return to neutral to protect the discs. Do it right so you’ll be able to do it by yourself all your life!

My first blog as a writer for prime women. A strong core, a really strong core cannot be achieved unless we can relax and breathe. #pilates #breathing #functionalmovement #strongcore https://primewomen.com/health/fitness/how-to-breathe/

Back Huggar back supports on 4 different chairs. #ergonomics #pilates #functionaltraining #ergochair #backcare

My article went live today on the back school blog. It’s my philosophy in a nutshell on how to train the core and body, making everyday movements your strength. https://blog.thebackschool.net//pilates-core-with-functio/

https://www.expertise.com/ca/torrance/pilates I was so happy to see that expertise.com has chosen me as one of the best pilates teachers in Los Angeles. It says Torrance but I am located in Los Angeles and El Segundo.

A good #backsupport and #footrest can be life changing. Supporting the back particularly in sedentary work is crucial to backhealth. These are two good quality supports I recommend.

I just had my third student who said going to the bathroom was very painful for her back. Because the shape of the toilet is concave when you sit it naturally throws your back into a rounded position, so you need to move back into a flat back before getting up to protect the discs. #functionalmovement #backpain #pilates

If you do ab work sticking your stomach, your stomach will stick out. Check by putting your hands on your upper and lower abs, it should drop in the exhale. #pilates #coreexercise #pilatesabs

The way you squat in heels is different from being tennis shoes. You have to put pressure straight down instead of back. This takes a lot more leg strength but allows the back to remain flat protecting the discs. #functionaltrainer #backpain #backhealth

This student actually hired me to teach him dance and choreograph his bachata wedding dance which I did and he loved. But I decided to check out his squat after he told me his father had become disabled with back pain. I wanted to make sure he wasn't hurting himself too. Sure enough he had poor form; a rounded back, locked knees and disengaged abs. A good way to correct the motion is a dowel on the back. This was a five minute impromptu session. If I think I’ll only have 5 minutes with someone this is what I teach. The dowel is good tactile feedback, I am using the student's broomstick which also works just fine. It’s amazing how just 5 minutes of giving fundamentals can change someone’s life. Would love to hear your comments. #backpain #functionaltrainer

Simple ab exercise focusing on core. Until my student gets a bit stronger in this move, I don't intend to move on. It's a mistake to load a body that can't maintain the core. #pilates #functionaltraining #abworkout

Tested out my new allegro reformer today. Really like it. It’s a really smooth ride. I also got the largest jump board which I really like. Jumping is a more advanced move, core has to be strong and feet and ankles need to have good mechanics. But you really can’t have explosive power if you can’t jump right. And it’s a huge calorie burner. #pilates #pilatesjumpboard