The Turkish Get-Up and it’s Benefits
The Power of the Turkish Get-Up: A Full-Body Exercise for Strength and Stability When it comes to functional exercises that target multiple muscle groups while improving coordination, the Turkish Get-Up (TGU) is one of the most effective movements you can add to your routine. This centuries-old exercise, traditionally performed with a kettlebell, challenges your body in ways that mimic real-life movements, making it especially valuable for rehabilitation, injury prevention, and performance training. What is a Turkish Get-Up? The Turkish Get-Up is a complex, multi-step exercise that involves moving from lying flat on your
The Benefits of Clinical Pilates with a Kinesiologist
If you've ever tried Pilates, you know it's a powerful way to build strength, improve posture, and feel more connected to your body. But what happens when you take that mindful movement approach and combine it with the knowledge and clinical insight of a kinesiologist? You get Clinical Pilates—a focused, therapeutic method designed to support injury recovery, manage chronic conditions, and optimize functional movement. At West Coast Kinetics, our Clinical Pilates sessions are led by experienced kinesiologists who understand the mechanics of your body and how to tailor movement safely to