Duration
2 Hours
STOTT PILATES®
The Shoulder Girdle: Reformer Programming for Stability & Function
About the workshop
The shoulder girdle is a complex structure that is subjected to stresses in everyday life and even more stress during extreme activities. In this lecture/demo-style workshop developed by the Merrithew® team, discover how Pilates programming on the Reformer can be ideal in a post-rehabilitative setting. First, explore the anatomy and biomechanics involved in the normal, healthy functioning of the shoulder girdle, then, discuss common abnormal or dysfunctional movement patterns that can result from injury or strain. Finally, learn how specially selected exercises on the Reformer can address these issues by creating awareness, stability and strength. Exercises are layered to restore functional mobility, then progress to work-hardening activities and performance enhancement.
Objectives
Understand optimal function and movement patterns of shoulder girdle
Understand common dysfunctions
Review anatomy and muscular involvement
Learn exercises and progressions on the Reformer to optimize shoulder girdle function
Equipments
1 Pilates Mat
1 Flex-Band®
1 Fitness Circle®
1 Mini Stability Ball™ - Small (Blue)
Foam Cushion 'C' (optional, based on availability)
Rotational Disks (10 or 12 in, 1 pair)
1 Foam Roller™
1 Arc Barrel
1 Foam Cushion 'A'
1 Foam Cushion 'B'
1 Stability Ball™
Stability Cushions™ (1 pair)
Toning Balls™ (1 pair)
1 BOSU® PRO Balance Trainer
1 Spine Supporter
Continuing Education Credits (CECs)
STOTT PILATES CECs
0.2
REPs CPDs
2.0
ACE
0.2
Instructors
Head Trainer & Merrithew Instructor Trainer
Jennifer
Merrithew Lead Instructor Trainer
Krisztián
Real Pilates Functional Anatomy & Merrithew Instructor Trainer