Mongoose Bodyworks

Relief from back pain- Pilates

Relief from back pain- Pilates Pilates has become well known for its ability to alleviate back pain. I have even had orthopedists and back surgeons referring clients to our Pilates Studio. Of course not every teacher is equipped to handle each case. An instructor who...

Best Pilates Studio in NYC

Best Pilates Studio in NYC Mongoose Bodyworks opened in Soho, NYC in 1999 and is owned and operated by one time professional modern dancer Halle Clarke. Originally conceived as a boutique Pilates studio, Mongoose Bodyworks has expanded to offer massage, Reiki and...

What is Pilates Fusion?

Pilates is an exercise technique that was developed about 80 years ago and has had a growing popularity in the last 20. In the even more recent years it has become common to combine Pilates with other techniques such as yoga, ballet or even tango. So what exactly does...

Amazing And Personalized Pilates

Amazing And Personalized Pilates I had never done Pilates on any sort of equipment before. I have been to the group class (if it can even be called this as it only has max 4 people) many times and the instructor made me feel completely comfortable. She has knowledge...
Pilates and Sciatica Relief

Pilates and Sciatica Relief

The term sciatica refers to the symptoms associated with irritation to the sciatic nerve. The symptoms may include numbness, tingling, loss of sensation or weakness on the affected leg. The condition that causes the nerve irritation is either from disc pathology,...