Fascial Head and Neck Applications in the Pilates Environment

Description

Did you know that the head and neck feature in many of our clients’ issues? A fragile area by nature, clients with jaw issues, headaches, repercussions of concussions, chronic conditions such as sleep apnea, sacral imbalances, as well as spinal asymmetry and foot problems can likely trace their lack of Pilates progress and distress or discomfort to this vital area. Learn fascial and motor control strategies that allow progression to more advanced Pilates vocabulary and open avenues of alleviation for stubborn “benign” symptoms.

List of Objectives

At the end of this hour, learners will be able to:

1. Learn essential anatomy and fascial systems involved with the head and neck
2. Better understand resting jaw, tongue postures
3. Better understand concussions, sleep apnea and tempero-mandibular weakness
4. Learn fascial exercises for coordination and self-relief of the jaw and facial muscles
5. Learn exercises related to fascial neck gliding to promote mobility and range of motion
6. Learn Pilates environment (props and equipment) strategies and exercises to develop stability and strength
7. Learn fascial exercises for coordination and self-relief of the jaw and facial muscles
8. Learn exercises related to fascial neck gliding to promote mobility and range of motion
9. Learn Pilates environment (props and equipment) strategies and exercises to develop stability and strength