8 reasons to invest in your spine!

Nobody wants back or spine problems especially as we age. Investing in a spine specific program can keep you active so you can enjoy life to the full.

To maintain a healthy spine, it’s important to practice good posture, engage in regular movement to strengthen the supporting muscles, maintain a healthy body weight, and seek medical attention if any spine-related issues or pain arise. The movement method that we use is Pilates apparatus. You will feel the traction of the Garuda sling as we gently move you. The vertical frame will work on joint mobility and spinal flexibility. The pilates reformer will assist posture and promote core stability.

A healthy spine plays a crucial role in overall well-being and functionality. Here are 8 reasons to start your spinal journey today.

Support and Stability: The spine provides structural support to the body, allowing us to stand, sit, and move upright. It maintains our body’s stability and posture.
Mobility: A healthy spine allows for a wide range of motion, enabling us to bend, twist, and perform various movements with ease. This mobility is essential for daily activities and physical fitness.
Protection: The spine protects the spinal cord, which is a vital part of the central nervous system. The spinal cord is responsible for transmitting signals between the brain and the rest of the body, allowing us to feel and control movement.
Shock Absorption: The spine’s intervertebral discs act as shock absorbers, cushioning the impact of activities such as walking, running, or jumping. They help prevent damage to the vertebrae and maintain spinal health.
Postural Support: A healthy spine contributes to good posture. Proper posture not only helps prevent back pain but also contributes to an overall confident and healthy appearance.
Pain Prevention: When the spine is healthy, it is less likely to cause chronic pain conditions such as back pain, neck pain, and sciatica. Proper spinal alignment reduces the risk of injury and discomfort.
Organ Function: A well-aligned spine supports the nervous system, which controls the functions of various organs and systems in the body. It ensures that signals are transmitted effectively between the brain and the body.
Improved Quality of Life: Having a healthy spine enhances overall quality of life. It allows individuals to remain active, participate in physical activities, and enjoy a pain-free existence.

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About the Author: Nisha Srivastava

Nisha is a certified level 3 Chek practitioner and holistic lifestyle coach specialising in Pilates and Yoga. Her journey started when a visiting Laban teacher introduced her to Pilates at Dance College in a contemporary class during her first year. Its effects were forgotten but she then re-discovered Pilates through Michael King eleven years later whilst running her dance school. Her background spans over 32 years with formal training in classical ballet, modern dance, tap, national choreography, stage production and theatre. Her formation includes Pilates, Thai bodywork, Yoga, GYROTONIC, GYROKINESIS, Garuda and anatomical studies. Her particular interest is fascia, and the connective lines and movement patterns that allow a full moving structure rather than the isolation of bones and muscles. Her fascination with questioning the traditions of modern medicine and fascination with searching for meaningful answers has taken her in many different directions and has offered her an abundance of opportunities gaining a wealth of knowledge. “I tried many movement modalities and extended my search after experiencing fascia, because of its connection of movement. Quickly, I noticed my own body changing, as well as the bodies of my own clients. In the last 32 years of teaching I’ve developed my own movement and lifestyle philosophy". Throughout her studies Nisha has done numerous dissections with Julian Baker, Mel Cash and Cery Davies and has the opportunity to take lectures and courses from James de Silva, Robert Schleip, Joanne Avison, Tom Myers, Matt Wallden, Leigh Brandon, Emma Lane, Gary Carter, Paul Chek, Dan Hellman, Peter Blackaby plus many more. Nisha's teaching method promotes reflective self-discovery and provides the requirements to integrate a shift in consciousness for attaining individual goals. Nisha teaches in her own studios in St. Helens and Manchester, plus she also has an online following. Throughout her career she has also taught Sting, Sir Ian McKellen, Cirque de Soleil, Will Young and Belinda Carlisle. She has also worked in professional football and both Rugby League and Union for over 20 years. Players she has provided a specific program for were former Manchester Citys Vincent Kompany, Everton's Steven Pinnear and goal keeper Jonas Lossi. She maintains that an attitude of compassion, consistency and joyous humour are excellent components to growth and expanded potential. She welcomes all level of movers from the beginner to the seasoned athlete who have a desire to increase their skill potential, also teachers and students. Her specialties include assisting post rehabilitative back pain individuals, injury prevention for athletes and spine health for everyday people.