The Unilateral Workshop: Spine stability exercises on Reformer and Cadillac
3 NPCP CECs
Friday, June 20, 2025 @ 11am - 2pm (NP Upper East Side)
Unilateral exercises help correct muscular imbalances and can be used to strengthen the core when traditional abdominal exercises are contraindicated. This workshop focuses on fostering spine stability and mastering a diverse range of unilateral exercises on both the Reformer and the Cadillac. We will briefly review the musculature of the spine and pelvis, learning how to improve spine strength and flexibility for better posture and injury prevention. It is important to understand the delicate balance and stability and mobility in our often-uneven bodies and how to address this through targeted Pilates exercises.
What you will learn
This workshop aims to help instructors be able to dissect exercises and construct sessions tailored to client's individual needs, from athletes to rehab patients. By focusing on one-sided movements, you'll discover how to pinpoint and correct imbalances, improve coordination, and enhance overall athletic performance. Apply these practices in real-world scenarios to cultivate sessions that empower your clients or your own practice, promoting a healthier, more aligned, and dynamic lifestyle.
About Laura
Laura Wilson's journey in the world of fitness and movement is one of passion, expertise, and continuous evolution. After arriving in the US with modest means, she transformed her dedication to sports and well-being into a flourishing Pilates career, culminating in the creation of Natural Pilates—a pillar of excellence within the Pilates community. Laura holds a Full Certification through STOTT PILATES since 2005, and her relentless pursuit of knowledge has led her to specialize further as a Resistance Training Specialist and Muscle Activation Technique Specialist, among other certifications. In each role, Laura infuses her deep understanding of anatomy and biomechanics to enhance the transformative power of Pilates, ensuring her methods are grounded in precision and effectiveness.
As the creator and Master Trainer of Natural Pilates' accredited teacher training programs, Laura intricately weaves the science of stability and unilateral movement into each curriculum she develops. Her innovative teaching style is designed to unlock the potential of both instructors and clients alike, promoting an intimate awareness of the body's capabilities and the optimization of the Pilates practice. Laura's impressive professional background is surpassed only by her commitment to her students, as she guides them towards achieving superior spinal stability and mastering the unique repertoire on the Reformer and Cadillac with confidence and finesse.
