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From the 1920s to today, there has been an evolution of Pilates, while other things have stayed very much the same. An excellent way to see this in action is by watching old footage of Joseph Pilates teaching. There is one in particular where he is teaching a man the neck pull exercise and his […]

Did you know that learning Pilates can improve your brain health? You might know that exercise in general is good for your mind; it is an excellent stress reliever, after all. But there is another aspect to bettering your mind with exercise, and it comes down to whether you’re passively following a routine or actively […]

There are many reasons to practice Pilates. What’s yours? Is the reason you started the same reason you keep coming back to it? For most people, their motivation to keep doing Pilates changes along the way. Here are just a few reasons people start (and keep doing) Pilates. I wonder if yours is on the […]

Years ago, when I was just starting out as a Pilates teacher and building my business, I began working with a business coach who taught that it’s important to have an ideal client avatar. Basically, I needed to understand exactly who I’m talking to. Who are they? What do they like to do? What do […]

If you’ve ever taken a Pilates class and wondered how your teacher makes it all look so effortless, iit might surprise you to learn how much goes into that role. Teaching Pilates is so much more than just knowing the exercises. Pilates Training Hours It starts with 100 hours of mat training, at minimum. And […]

If you see trendy Pilates videos on social media, you will likely notice they are filled with toned, slim bodies. (I have some thoughts on that, which you can read here.) This might make you wonder if Pilates will help you lose weight. The truth is you might or might not. If losing weight is […]

Have you ever heard the saying, “You don’t know what you don’t know”? It perfectly sums up my experience with Pilates. In the beginning, even after taking classes at my gym for a year and then doing a 40-hour Pilates certification course, I thought I’d learned so much! Looking back, I know now that I […]

As healthcare moves toward more integrative and personalized treatment options, combining exercise modalities is proving to be an effective way to enhance recovery outcomes. In this article, we explore how integrating Pilates into physiotherapy can boost rehabilitation efforts, offering practical tips, expert advice, and insights drawn from clinical research and professional experience. Understanding the complementary […]

The magic circle is one of the many Pilates apparatuses that Joseph Pilates invented to help his clients with the system of exercises he created. This small, portable device is a fun way to add variety to your own Pilates workout or that of your clients.  What Is The Magic Circle? The magic circle is […]

There have been many times over the years that people have told me that they want to try Pilates, but that they need to work on their flexibility first. Surprise! You don’t need to be flexible to do Pilates. That’s because one of the things Pilates does is help you get more flexible… and mobile, […]

Pilates is designed in a way that it can be done by anyone. It is purposely a gentle form of exercise (low impact), yet it is also very challenging. This may make you wonder if you should feel sore after Pilates. As a corrective form of exercise, Pilates seeks to improve imbalances in strength, mobility, […]

When you work out at home, you can wear whatever you’re comfortable in. But what do you wear to Pilates class in the studio? Does everyone wear high-rise leggings and bandeau tops? Do you need grippy socks? Here’s what I tell my new students.  The Best Clothing For Pilates When it comes time to choose […]

Pilates has come a long way over the past 99 years. When the first Pilates studio opened in 1926, who could have predicted that Joseph Pilates’ form of exercise would soon be found worldwide? He certainly hoped it would! And now, a century later, his dream has come true. So, how did we get here […]

Have you been considering doing Pilates teacher training? Even if you don’t necessarily want to be a teacher, there are lots of great reasons to do so. Finding the right path can be confusing, though, as there are a lot of options out there (some more reputable than others). Let me unravel things a bit […]

Have you done The Hundred in Pilates yet? If not, then you haven’t done a real Pilates workout. That’s because the hundred (and its equally memorable friend, The Teaser) show up all over the place in Pilates. You’ll find it on the mat, the reformer, and the various other apparatuses. Since you’re going to keep […]