You start a plank and your abdominal muscles feel completely fine. Your shoulders are working, your legs are strong enough to hold the position, and you could probably continue for another 30 seconds. Except your wrists are already uncomfortable. The same thing might happen in four-point kneeling, push-ups, Pilates exercises on the Reformer or any position where you need to support your body weight through your hands. Planks require the wrist to tolerate both extension and bo

Osteoporosis affects a significant number of Australians, particularly women over the age of 50. It is a condition in which bone density decreases, raising the risk of fracture from relatively minor force. For many people, an osteoporosis diagnosis raises understandable concerns about exercise. What is safe? What might cause harm? Clinical Pilates for osteoporosis focuses on safe loading, posture, and fall prevention. The answer that physiotherapy and current research consist