Why I Do Pilates

My neurosurgeon said that I should swim for three times a week for the rest of my life. Thank  goodness I didn't have to have surgery (I wrote about that in another post) but he said I would have to look after my back very well all of my life. 

So from that day I visited the swimming pool three times a week. Sometimes it was hard when you are in pain, getting there, getting changed, a slippery poolside etc but the relief when I got in the water was wonderful! 

I did not swim. I walked in the water, I floated on my back and I hung over the side getting a wonderful stretch that felt so good. I did my exercises in the water, I did get a few looks at first but they soon got used to me and I did not care! Anything to help my backpain and sciatica...and it did. I loved it :)

So I did well. As time went on and especially in the winter when it was freezing cold i lapsed a bit and after a few weeks of only going once a week i noticed the difference in my flexibility, my posture. Generally I was doing a good job though .

Then I got a major painful, awful skin allergy that put pay to me doing ay exercise at all let alone swimming! My arms and chest and neck were covered in blisters and welts and damaged skin. I could barely move and was in a lot of pain and discomfort all the time, sore and itching.

Turned out after a year of no diagnosis that I was allergic to the suncream I had been using to protect my skin! Sadly it was found i was also allergic to many preservatives and other chemicals and perfumes and I certainly could not go swimming again in a pool with chlorine. 

It took me 18 months to recover to the point where i can exercise again and my back had paid the price so I was getting pain again but i resumed my specific back exercises and started to think what can I do to exercise my whole body. 

I found Pilates! I started VERY gently, only doing one exercise then waiting to see then introducing another and another and now have built up a full session of the basic exercises. This Pilates DVD  designed to stretch, strengthen and balance your body is very useful to get you started with Pilates. 

It seemed to balance my body, making the muscles stronger and longer, working both sides in harmony. I am increasing my strength and my flexibility at the same time.  

My back is feeling better again and my posture has improved again. 

I invested in a Pilates machine at home so that I could do it every day when I felt like it and although it was expensive it has worked out well.

I gave up the gym membership and now Hubby does Pilates too so it will pay for itself in about a year or less. 

So I am glad to have found a long term exercise that I enjoy and that can help my back as well as the rest of me ! 

I do love my Pilates Reformer Machine and would not want to be without it. 


Do you find any exercise that helps?


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Lose The Back Pain System
Lose the Back Pain, is a system of self assessments to determine what physical imbalances you may have that may be causing your pain, then specific and targeted exercises to follow to address the imbalances, along with pain reduction strategies. 

For useful information and suggestions there is a Free Back Pain Book Written by the Healthy back Institute-

7 Day Back Pain Cure
This free book (there is a small shipping/handling fee for physical book) will give you a good starting point for taking back control of your back pain covering reasons for pain, pain relief, possible treatments, action plans and many other things you will find useful. Follow Jasmine Ann Raintree's board Back And Sciatic Pain Strategies. on Pinterest.

Arthritis -Can You Reverse It?

Isnt it strange how as we get a bit older we get all sorts of aches and pains in places we didn’t know we had places! They certainly were not there when we were younger. I know I have, and though I try to ignore it , I know I should really be paying attention, especially as my Mum has two kinds of arthritis and I have seen first hand the effects on her.

So if you are wondering if that grinding in your knees as you walk down the stairs is a cause for concern – or if the weakened grip as you try to open a jar is normal – (why are those jars on sooo tight these days !) or you are in pain, you may be looking at an early indication of Arthritis. I suggest that you do get it checked out by a qualified healthcare professional and also read below.

Arthritis Reversed Book

If you already have Arthritis, you’re still going to love this because he reveals how you can actually reverse its effects with simple changes in your diet alone.

And even if you yourself don’t have Arthritis now, you are in the best position of all because this will give you the roadmap to preventing it along with a host of other related health conditions. I want to live my life to the full and I am sure you do too.

We all have our love of a hobby, activity or work etc or just things we need to do. For me its gardening I love to do and I will do what i can to keep my back and body healthy so I can do it as long as possible! Imagine how great it’s going to be to finally be able to do all the things that your arthritis or joint pain has been keeping you from…

Don’t wait around for Arthritis to claim you as its next victim… and if it already has, it’s time for you to fight back and win!

Learn About The 5 Worst Foods To Eat If You Have Arthritis. 

To Your Health and Wellbeing,

Hugs

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For useful information and suggestions there is a Free Back Pain Book Written by the Healthy back Institute-

7 Day Back Pain Cure
This free book (there is a small shipping/handling fee for physical book) will give you a good starting point for taking back control of your back pain covering reasons for pain, pain relief, possible treatments, action plans and many other things you will find useful. Follow Jasmine Ann Raintree's board Back And Sciatic Pain Strategies. on Pinterest.

Backpain Quotes To Inspire

Sometimes we need a little lift or inspiration. Knowing someone, somewhere has been there before and come through it. 

Having the ability to laugh at it, reduce its power. I hope some of these quotes will speak to you and give you a little smile, pause for thought or a little joy today

Back Pain Quotes

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Back Pain Dealing With Hanging Out Washing

Hanging out washing is such a simple task to do but if you have back pain and sciatica can suddenly seem more difficult , if not impossible!.

You need to try what works for you but here's how I did it when my back was bad and now I do it as a habit.

 I get the washing out of the machine and put a small amount in the basket, carry that to the line and set it down. Then I squat down to pick up the clothes and hang them one by one.

Also depending on how I feel I often use a stool or bench that is outside to put the basket on and then I don't have to keep squatting down. Depends how i feel.

If that is still too much and you have a dryer machine then it may be easier to just use that. 

However if you do have someone who can help you hang out the washing then by all means ask for help. Sometimes it can be very hard for us to ask for help but be kind to yourself.  

Oh Yeah and always watch out for those naughty Woodpigeons !!

Don't forget to get your free copy of the 7 Day Back Pain Cure Book

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Lose The Back Pain System
Lose the Back Pain, is a system of self assessments to determine what physical imbalances you may have that may be causing your pain, then specific and targeted exercises to follow to address the imbalances, along with pain reduction strategies. 

For useful information and suggestions there is a Free Back Pain Book Written by the Healthy back Institute-

7 Day Back Pain Cure
This free book (there is a small shipping/handling fee for physical book) will give you a good starting point for taking back control of your back pain covering reasons for pain, pain relief, possible treatments, action plans and many other things you will find useful. Follow Jasmine Ann Raintree's board Back And Sciatic Pain Strategies. on Pinterest.

Heal-n-Soothe

Do take a minute to learn more about  Heal and Soothe 

When you are in pain you will try many things. I have been there too... It is reassuring to find that other people just like you are getting such great results. 

Nothing works for everyone, however,  If you are in pain you never know you might just get those great results for yourself !

 

 Heal and Soothe is known to:-

 Reduce pain, inflammation and swelling WHILE healing the source of the pain. 

 It is a good alternative to NSAID's which can harm your body instead of heal it. 

 Dissolves pain with natural, inflammation-fighting ingredients. 

 Boosts your immune system Improves joint mobility and flexibility by reducing stiffness-causing fibrin.

  Click here for Your Bottle Heal-n-Soothe.

You may also be interested in the 5 worst foods to eat if you have Arthritis

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For useful information and suggestions there is a Free Back Pain Book Written by the Healthy back Institute-

7 Day Back Pain Cure
This free book (there is a small shipping/handling fee for physical book) will give you a good starting point for taking back control of your back pain covering reasons for pain, pain relief, possible treatments, action plans and many other things you will find useful. Follow Jasmine Ann Raintree's board Back And Sciatic Pain Strategies. on Pinterest.

Active Life Seat - Piriformis Seat Cushion

Hi, I hope you are feeling OK today. However, if you feel you need some help particularly when sitting in the car or office this Active Life Seat - Piriformis Seat Cushion For Car & Office cushion seat may be of good use to you. 

This is the first cushion product to protect the piriformis pressure points when sitting.


As it is not as thick as most other cushions for back pain it is easier to use in the car. Some are too thick and you find yourself wedged up by the ceiling of the car!  This cushion fits most chairs and car seats and doesn't shift around. Your thighs are well supported as well.

It is made of a resilient Minical base and open cell foam top for more comfort. It has good reviews on Amazon if you would like to read those or order the product just click through from the picture.

28.2.24 Apologies link to exact product no longer available please see alternatives via this link to Seat cushions on Amazon  

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Lose The Back Pain System
Lose the Back Pain, is a system of self assessments to determine what physical imbalances you may have that may be causing your pain, then specific and targeted exercises to follow to address the imbalances, along with pain reduction strategies. 

For useful information and suggestions there is a Free Back Pain Book Written by the Healthy back Institute-

7 Day Back Pain Cure
This free book (there is a small shipping/handling fee for physical book) will give you a good starting point for taking back control of your back pain covering reasons for pain, pain relief, possible treatments, action plans and many other things you will find useful. Follow Jasmine Ann Raintree's board Back And Sciatic Pain Strategies. on Pinterest.