About this workshop

Clients with osteoporosis face genuine issues when looking for a suitable exercise program. This flexion free workout, developed by the Merrithew Health and Fitness™ team, will share programming ideas taking into account the different forms of the condition and how they will affect your client. Use the biomechanical foundation of STOTT PILATES® to discover how to create effective programmes that address the specific needs of this population. Explore how balance and resistance props can effectively assist clients and offer myriad modifications and variations to a mat work routine.

Workshop details

This is a 2-hour workshop.

What you will learn
  • To understand the different causes of osteoporosis.
  • To discuss contraindicated movements in various parts of the body.
  • To utilise light props to aid in exercise programming.
  • To select STOTT PILATES exercises that can be beneficial for clients with osteoporosis.
What you will need to do this workshop

No formal qualification required, this workshops is open to all Fitness Professionals and Pilates Instructors.

What you will qualify with
  • 0.2 Continuing Education Credits (only relevant for STOTT PILATES – 0.6 required per year)
Location and dates

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How to book

Call us on 0203 944 2533 (Local rate) to book your workshop or fill out our request a call back form.

Payment options

We accept debit or credit cards over the phone or in person at our London head office. Our office is open 9am - 5pm, Monday to Friday.

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