Continuing Education
For movement professionals, personal trainers, Pilates, yoga and group fitness instructors
Back Pain Basics- FREE training
Dr. Rachel will discuss common causes and interventions for back pain as well as what that means for you when working with clients with a history of or dealing with current back issues. This free 25 minute video will be emailed to you immediately, get it here.
Core Connect Fitness Pro and Core Connect Mentorship for Fitness Professionals.. Learn more here.
Core Connect Fitness Pro is a self paced online course. The Core Connect mentorship offers the same online content paired with bi-weekly zoom meetings with Dr. Rachel and a private online community. Both are now approved for 5.5 CEUs through NPCP!
The Core Connect Mentorship starts February 2026!
Pilates Anatomy & Activation
Sunday January 11 8:30am-3pm CST
Sign up for Pilates Anatomy and Activation here.
Come learn anatomy of the trunk, scapula, pelvis, upper and lower body with Dr. Rachel Miller, Physical Therapist and certified Pilates instructor. More important than memorizing every anatomical detail is learning WHERE a muscle is, WHAT it does, and HOW to activate it! This course focuses on learning where the core muscles are as well as exercises and cues that will help you better connect as well as enhancing your ability to teach your clients. We will also cover medical terminology, basic biomechanics, and women’s health issues. The course is live on zoom with a 30 minute lunch break and is a combination of lecture and lab. Investment is $249. You will need a long resistance band, sponge ball and foam roller. Information will be provided upon request if you would like to petition for CEUs (6 hours). This course is designed for Pilates instructors, personal trainers, yoga or group fitness instructors, or anyone who would like to deepen their knowledge of functional anatomy.
Recommended book: The Anatomy Coloring Book by Wynn Kapit/Lawrence M. Elson (4th edition), which can be purchased separately here.
Course objectives:
1. Students will understand basic anatomy (bones and muscles) of the scapula, trunk, proximal arms/legs and pelvis.
2. Students will be able to explain the importance of the "inner core" and correctly identify and activate those muscles with an appropriate exercise.
3. Students will be able to perform a basic postural analysis and hypothesize which muscles may be tight or weak.
4. Students will be able to explain modifications for pre/postnatal, describe what diastasis recti, incontinence, and prolapse are and explain proper intra-abdominal pressure management strategies.
Course outline:
8:30am Introduction, Medical Vocabulary lecture.
Skeletal and muscular anatomy of the trunk lecture and lab
Skeletal and muscular anatomy of the lower body lecture and lab
Skeletal and muscular anatomy of the upper body lecture and lab
Includes muscle origin, insertion, action as well as an example exercise and cues for the "harder to find" muscles
12-12:30pm Lunch Break
Functional upper body lab
Basic biomechanics lecture
Women's health issues lecture
Muscle and movements review. Question and answer
Sign up for Pilates Anatomy and Activation here.
For Physical Therapists, PTAs & rehab professionals
Pilates for Rehabilitation
Stay tuned for 2026 dates
Learn more than just Pilates exercises- understand the concepts and how to teach them to your patients effectively. Pilates fits into rehabilitation seamlessly, with principles such as core stability, spinal mobility, breath and muscle control. Day 1 will focus on Pilates history, concepts and mat based exercises that can be incorporated into most rehab settings. Do you have a reformer in your clinic or are interested in getting one? Day 2 will teach how to use a reformer and exercises on the reformer focusing on proper form, cueing and safety. Approved for 14 CEUs for PTs in IL (1 self study and 13 live hours), information can be provided so you can petition for CEUs in other states. This course has been developed and will be taught by Dr. Rachel Miller, Physical Therapist and certified Pilates instructor. No previous Pilates experience is required for this course. If you have a group of 3 or more interested, please reach out for group discount information.
This course is offered in person (Libertyville, IL- north of Chicago) and virtually. There are 1.25 hours of pre-recorded videos you will need to watch before the course begins. Investment is $575. Sign up for in person here... If joining virtually, you will need a reformer for the second day. Sign up for virtual here.
Learning Objectives
1. Demonstrate how to activate and cue the deep core muscles
2. Demonstrate a neutral spine and core stabilization exercises.
3. Describe the history and principles of Pilates
4. Discuss the latest evidence for integrating Pilates with rehabilitation
5. Describe how the inner core works together and intra-abdominal pressure management strategies.
6. Demonstrate a basic understanding of women’s health issues, prevalence, and how to screen your patients to identify need for other treatment
7. Understand how to incorporate the Pilates principles into exercise and activities of daily living
8. Learn mat based core exercises that you can use immediately with your patients
9. Demonstrate how to set up a reformer for different exercises, including how to monitor/assist for safety when working with patients on the reformer.
10. Demonstrate beginner reformer exercises with proper form and cues.
Schedule (times are CST)
Day 1
8:45am Check in
9am-10am Lecture: Pilates and Core Review
10am-10:30am Lecture: Women's Health Review
10:30am-12pm LAB: Inner Core and Core Stabilization
12pm-1pm Lunch
1pm-2pm LAB: Neutral spine
2pm- 4pm LAB: Pilates foundational mat exercises
LAB: Props: foam roller, sponge ball, theraband
4pm-5pm Additional mat Pilates exercise
Day 2
8am-8:30am Lecture: Reformer anatomy, safety considerations
8:30am-12pm LAB: Beginner reformer exercises
12pm-12:30pm Lunch
12:30pm-1:45pm LAB: Additional reformer exercises
1:45pm-2:30pm Case studies, Q&A
This course content is not intended for use by participants outside the scope of their license or regulation.
For movement professionals, personal trainers, Pilates, yoga and group fitness instructors
Back Pain Basics- FREE training
Dr. Rachel will discuss common causes and interventions for back pain as well as what that means for you when working with clients with a history of or dealing with current back issues. This free 25 minute video will be emailed to you immediately, get it here.
Core Connect Fitness Pro and Core Connect Mentorship for Fitness Professionals.. Learn more here.
Core Connect Fitness Pro is a self paced online course. The Core Connect mentorship offers the same online content paired with bi-weekly zoom meetings with Dr. Rachel and a private online community. Both are now approved for 5.5 CEUs through NPCP!
The Core Connect Mentorship starts February 2026!
Pilates Anatomy & Activation
Sunday January 11 8:30am-3pm CST
Sign up for Pilates Anatomy and Activation here.
Come learn anatomy of the trunk, scapula, pelvis, upper and lower body with Dr. Rachel Miller, Physical Therapist and certified Pilates instructor. More important than memorizing every anatomical detail is learning WHERE a muscle is, WHAT it does, and HOW to activate it! This course focuses on learning where the core muscles are as well as exercises and cues that will help you better connect as well as enhancing your ability to teach your clients. We will also cover medical terminology, basic biomechanics, and women’s health issues. The course is live on zoom with a 30 minute lunch break and is a combination of lecture and lab. Investment is $249. You will need a long resistance band, sponge ball and foam roller. Information will be provided upon request if you would like to petition for CEUs (6 hours). This course is designed for Pilates instructors, personal trainers, yoga or group fitness instructors, or anyone who would like to deepen their knowledge of functional anatomy.
Recommended book: The Anatomy Coloring Book by Wynn Kapit/Lawrence M. Elson (4th edition), which can be purchased separately here.
Course objectives:
1. Students will understand basic anatomy (bones and muscles) of the scapula, trunk, proximal arms/legs and pelvis.
2. Students will be able to explain the importance of the "inner core" and correctly identify and activate those muscles with an appropriate exercise.
3. Students will be able to perform a basic postural analysis and hypothesize which muscles may be tight or weak.
4. Students will be able to explain modifications for pre/postnatal, describe what diastasis recti, incontinence, and prolapse are and explain proper intra-abdominal pressure management strategies.
Course outline:
8:30am Introduction, Medical Vocabulary lecture.
Skeletal and muscular anatomy of the trunk lecture and lab
Skeletal and muscular anatomy of the lower body lecture and lab
Skeletal and muscular anatomy of the upper body lecture and lab
Includes muscle origin, insertion, action as well as an example exercise and cues for the "harder to find" muscles
12-12:30pm Lunch Break
Functional upper body lab
Basic biomechanics lecture
Women's health issues lecture
Muscle and movements review. Question and answer
Sign up for Pilates Anatomy and Activation here.
For Physical Therapists, PTAs & rehab professionals
Pilates for Rehabilitation
Stay tuned for 2026 dates
Learn more than just Pilates exercises- understand the concepts and how to teach them to your patients effectively. Pilates fits into rehabilitation seamlessly, with principles such as core stability, spinal mobility, breath and muscle control. Day 1 will focus on Pilates history, concepts and mat based exercises that can be incorporated into most rehab settings. Do you have a reformer in your clinic or are interested in getting one? Day 2 will teach how to use a reformer and exercises on the reformer focusing on proper form, cueing and safety. Approved for 14 CEUs for PTs in IL (1 self study and 13 live hours), information can be provided so you can petition for CEUs in other states. This course has been developed and will be taught by Dr. Rachel Miller, Physical Therapist and certified Pilates instructor. No previous Pilates experience is required for this course. If you have a group of 3 or more interested, please reach out for group discount information.
This course is offered in person (Libertyville, IL- north of Chicago) and virtually. There are 1.25 hours of pre-recorded videos you will need to watch before the course begins. Investment is $575. Sign up for in person here... If joining virtually, you will need a reformer for the second day. Sign up for virtual here.
Learning Objectives
1. Demonstrate how to activate and cue the deep core muscles
2. Demonstrate a neutral spine and core stabilization exercises.
3. Describe the history and principles of Pilates
4. Discuss the latest evidence for integrating Pilates with rehabilitation
5. Describe how the inner core works together and intra-abdominal pressure management strategies.
6. Demonstrate a basic understanding of women’s health issues, prevalence, and how to screen your patients to identify need for other treatment
7. Understand how to incorporate the Pilates principles into exercise and activities of daily living
8. Learn mat based core exercises that you can use immediately with your patients
9. Demonstrate how to set up a reformer for different exercises, including how to monitor/assist for safety when working with patients on the reformer.
10. Demonstrate beginner reformer exercises with proper form and cues.
Schedule (times are CST)
Day 1
8:45am Check in
9am-10am Lecture: Pilates and Core Review
10am-10:30am Lecture: Women's Health Review
10:30am-12pm LAB: Inner Core and Core Stabilization
12pm-1pm Lunch
1pm-2pm LAB: Neutral spine
2pm- 4pm LAB: Pilates foundational mat exercises
LAB: Props: foam roller, sponge ball, theraband
4pm-5pm Additional mat Pilates exercise
Day 2
8am-8:30am Lecture: Reformer anatomy, safety considerations
8:30am-12pm LAB: Beginner reformer exercises
12pm-12:30pm Lunch
12:30pm-1:45pm LAB: Additional reformer exercises
1:45pm-2:30pm Case studies, Q&A
This course content is not intended for use by participants outside the scope of their license or regulation.
What people are saying about Pilates for Rehabilitation...
"I really loved being able to take this course virtually. I got a ton of really great information and good feedback without being in person. Rachel did a great job of teaching to people in the studio and those of us on zoom. This was a perfect introduction for how to use pilates as a provider... I'm so excited to use this in the clinic tomorrow."
"Best CEU I have taken thus far. So much great knowledge that I can take into my practice. Thank you so much for being a great resource and teacher."
"Fantastic course! As a pelvic floor PT, I loved some of the new exercises... Love how applicable this course was. Also love the cueing for core activation. Thank you!"
"I have much greater awareness of how to focus on core stability. Great cueing for pelvic tilts! I found the statistics on how many patients learned how to do kegels properly and even marching with transverse abdominis activation very enlightening."
"Great course!! It's a rare thing to find a CEU that is enjoyable and beneficial. This was both! The handout were really well organized as was the lay out of the course. Breakout rooms on Zoom allowing for practice and asking questions were helpful to me. I really feel like I can cue my patients more concisely and use the reformer more effectively now. "
"Thank you for providing modifications and other ideas for Pilates exercises for patients/others to do at home without equipment."
