Posts Tagged ‘triathlon’
Pilates for Triathletes Run Part I: The Single Leg Squat
Whether you’re the occasional, recreational, or elite runner, there is one common link that should exist between all runners. It is independent of how the foot hits the ground or if the shoe is $50 or $250. It is also independent of age. The common link that should exist with all runners is: a strong, stable and efficient hip-pelvic-core complex. The parts…
Read MorePilates for Triathletes Bike Part II: The Pursuit of Apolo Ohno’s Legs
A few weeks ago, a patient of mine posted this photo to Facebook. She qualified for Kona this year and raced with the famous olympic speed skater, Apolo Ohno. At her PT session that morning we discussed lower leg biomechanics and the muscle development required to avoid injury during the next race season. I mentioned the leg muscles…
Read MorePilates for Triathletes Swim Part I: Move from the Back
This is the first post in a series entitled: Pilates for Triathletes: Swim, Bike, Run. Over the years, I have treated many triathletes and have found Pilates to be an effective cross-training tool for endurance athletes. Why? Pilates is a low impact, endurance-based strength and flexibility workout that teaches the athlete how to efficiently engage one part of…
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