Why Pilates for Fibromyalgia

Fibromyalgia affects 4 million+ adults, causing chronic pain, fatigue, and sleep disturbances. Recent studies show Pilates for Fibromyalgia helps by:

✅ Reducing pain sensitivity through gentle movement (Mayo Clinic, 2022)
✅ Improving sleep quality by lowering cortisol levels
✅ Rebalancing the nervous system via mindful breathing
✅ Increasing energy through controlled muscle activation

Key Benefit: Unlike other exercises, Pilates avoids triggering flare-ups through its low-impact nature.

5 Fibromyalgia-Safe Pilates Moves

1. Supported Roll Down

How: Sit with back against wall, slowly roll vertebrae down
Why: Gently mobilizes spine without overstretching

2. Modified Side-Lying Series

How: Lie on side with pillow under waist, small leg lifts
Fibro Bonus: Strengthens without taxing tender points

3. Seated Chest Expansion

How: Sit tall, squeeze shoulder blades together while breathing
Science: Counters fibro’s forward-shoulder posture

4. Floating Arms

How: Lie supine, move arms slowly through water-like motions
Purpose: Improves circulation without exhaustion

5. Restorative Breathing

How: 4-7-8 pattern (inhale 4, hold 7, exhale 8)
Pro Tip: “Practice during flare-ups to calm the nervous system”

Fibromyalgia-Specific Modifications

The 3-3-3 Fibro Protocol

3 Minutes

• Morning mobility sequence

3 Times Daily

• Mini energy-boosting sessions

3 Focus Areas Weekly

1. Gentle strength
2. Neural calming
3. Sleep preparation

Available as preset programs in our app’s “Fibro Fit System”

Why Our App Supports Fibro Warriors

🧠 Brain-Friendly Design:

• Extra-long transitions between moves
• Optional voice-only guidance

📈 Symptom Tracking:

• Log pain/fatigue levels
• Auto-adjusts intensity

🛌 Restorative Programs:

• Bedside routines for bad days
• Sleep-inducing sequences

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