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I’ve been teaching Pilates for 20 years now, and teaching Pilates teachers for 12. To be able to teach Pilates to teacher trainees, I have to have a lot of knowledge about the history, the method, and the “why” behind the “how”. The funny thing is, is how much more I’ve learned from teaching how […]

Once upon a time, if you were injured, had surgery, or were dealing with muscle aches and pain, you were told to rest and do nothing. My grandmother was hit by a motorcycle as a little girl and had to spend months in bed recovering. Today, we know that “motion is lotion”, and movement helps […]

You did it! You signed up for your first Pilates class. You’re probably excited but also have a lot of questions and may not know what to expect. Let me ease your mind with the few things you need to bring and the ones you can forget about.  Start With an Introduction to Pilates Class […]

If you think it might be time to start doing Pilates, but something is holding you back, this is the post for you! Maybe you came across Pilates on social media or someone suggested it to you to help with a specific condition. Or maybe your balance isn’t as good as it was or you […]

You’ve probably heard that Pilates can help you feel better in your body or get you out of pain. One of the reasons is that it helps you move your body in all the ways it was meant to! And the best thing about the Pilates system is that you don’t need to over think […]

Did you know that there are now reformers out there that are similar to a Peloton bike?  They have a screen on them and you follow the workout. I recently came across a Pilates influencer commenting on this trend, arguing that it is not a good way to do Pilates, that it can be dangerous, […]

I was listening to a podcast recently where the discussion was all about the Pilates elders (the teachers who trained directly with Joseph Pilates)  and how each of them taught the method slightly differently. Not because they were doing something wrong, but because they were human. Different bodies, different imbalances, different strengths. Joe met each […]

When I started in the fitness industry, I didn’t realize how much movement would change the rest of my life. I expected to see physical and mental health benefits, but it’s turned out to be so much more. A big part of that is finding community through fitness.   I’ve Made Friends I have met so […]

Are you ready to start Pilates teacher training? Part of being ready is understanding what’s truly involved so there are no surprises and you can prepare to balance your training with your regular life’s commitments. When I did my training, I had three children in elementary school, worked part time, and my husband travelled regularly […]

It’s no secret that I love fitness. It’s always been part of my life, as a hobby, stress-reliever, and a career. I also really love Pilates. That’s why I’m so passionate about educating people on what Pilates is (and isn’t). It’s currently experiencing a big surge in popularity, but with so many different studios opening […]

Springs can be found on many of the different apparatuses in Pilates, and they can cause a lot of confusion! Let’s talk about the springs on the reformer to clear up some common questions so you can use them with confidence.  Why The Apparatuses Exist If we look back to the origins of Pilates, Joseph […]

Teaching Pilates can be a lonely job. When you first start doing Pilates, it’s very often at a studio with others, and you build a little community. But after going through all the steps to become a teacher, and maybe even opening your own studio, it can feel like you’re all on your own. It […]

Are Pilates socks necessary to do Pilates? In some studios, grip socks are mandatory. In others, it may be a personal choice (like at b.Pilates & Fitness). So, what’s the story? Why are there special socks, anyways? Let’s talk socks.  What did Joseph Do?  Let’s go back to the beginning. Pilates is a system of […]

You once dreamed of teaching Pilates full time, and here you are. Unfortunately, the job is starting to feel like a chore and you may even feel burnt out from teaching Pilates every day. There is the teaching (which you love), but also planning classes ahead of time, creating playlists, and promoting your classes. These […]

Do you struggle with the overhead exercises in Pilates? You aren’t alone! Lifting your legs, rounding your back off the mat, and sending your butt to the ceiling is a big challenge. I often hear people joke that their butt is too heavy or that they just “don’t bend that way”. The truth is that […]