I really enjoy your classes on Pilates Anytime and I have done so many I cant remember the class where you mentioned the book' What the Foot'. Anyway I have been reading it am about 1/4 of the way through and find it quite fascinating. I wonder do you recommend doing the AIMS course as I was considering it?

Many thanks Rachel

Thank you Rachel A & Jennifer M for your inspiring feedback!

Rachel I do recommend the AIM course. It can also be useful to begin with one of the shorter online courses, get to know your body program is one example offered by them, you'll get more from the full course if you spend time with understanding the concepts and principles. I use it every day and integrate it in to my teaching and personal practice. All the best!

Thanks very much for getting back to me that is a great help.

Thanks again for such great classes!!

Thank you for your feedback and yes, this is a harder area to feel and image. We’re much more “front loaded” with our senses along with modern living,(hand held devices, computers, driving etc..) using touch, imagery and understanding of the joint alignment in the upper back is really useful. Continue to practice and be patient with yourself as you feel into it. All the best to you!

Brilliant!  How am I just now finding this video?!?  I am becoming a better teacher with each Tom McCook video that I watch!  I have many questions on the topic of improving the quality of thoracic extension in my clients.  How do you talk about the role of the scapulae in thoracic flexion?  Folks always want to lift their shoulders to their ears!!

In this video's section about lateral flexion you mention that there is also rotation.  Why then, do so many teachers encourage people to "stay in their toaster slot" during lateral flexion?

I love the arm telescoping & pinwheel pieces in this video.  Also love the variation taught in the roller video #5100- using the top leg pressing onto a foam roller to stabilize the lower hemisphere while mobilizing the thoracic spine.

Many, many thanks!!!!