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Did you know that Joseph Pilates never spoke about the six principles of Pilates? He also taught very few people how to teach Pilates themselves. For something so structured, this is pretty surprising. After all, Pilates is a whole system that was thoughtfully designed to work together. While we certainly credit Joseph with designing this […]

You will often hear me talk about the Pilates system… but what does that mean exactly? A simple definition of a system is “a set of things working together, or a method of doing things.” That is exactly what Pilates is! It’s a way of moving to help you build strength, mobility, and flexibility so […]

Pilates is a fascinating method of exercise. It’s unique in that some movements appear incredibly difficult from the outside but may be easier than expected once you try them. Conversely, exercises that seem simple can surprise you with their intensity when performed correctly. Discovering the Hidden Challenge Just the other night, I was teaching a […]