Spilling the Pilateas Edition 16 ☕️ Fixing Your Shoulders from the Right Place—Let’s Talk Powerhouse!

Tired of correcting your shoulder position over and over? The issue isn’t actually your shoulders—it’s where you’re starting from.

Let’s begin at the foundation: your organized powerhouse, specifically the rib-to-shoulder connection. When you lift through the spine, soften the ribs, and find that connection, your arms will follow.

Start on the mat. Align your back without compressing. With or without weights—no more than one to three pounds—lift your arms in front of the shoulders, even some gentle shoulder slaps. As you lift, focus on lifting from the powerhouse and softening the ribs. Progress to lowering and lifting overhead—small at first, then bigger as you feel stable.

Once that connection feels natural, take it to standing against a wall. That’s how you fix your shoulders from the right place.

Check out my Baby Armchair video to see this lift in action—but remember, you can practice this powerhouse connection anywhere, no chair required! And if this is where you’re struggling, and you need personalized support, I’m here six days a week—virtually or in-studio—to help you achieve this connection. Reach out and let’s work together!