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Did you know that before someone starts Pilates with us, we have them do an Introduction to Pilates Class? Part of this is to get you comfortable with the studio, the instructor, and Pilates itself. That way, when you attend your first group class, you can focus on your workout rather than fussing with the […]
Between my clients, fellow teachers, and the Pilates course I’m taking right now, I talk a lot about Pilates. A common topic recently has been about whether you should do Pilates slow or fast. Those experienced in Pilates know that going slow (especially in the beginning) is important, but it’s a struggle with those newer […]
You’ve probably heard me say that Pilates is Functional Movement; but what the heck does that mean, anyway? Simply, your body is designed to move, and functional movement is a fitness modality that helps you do just that. What is Functional Movement? The exercises in functional movement mimic everyday life movement patterns. That means things […]
I recently had someone email me saying she isn’t seeing results from her regular workouts anymore, and she wants to start Pilates to lose her stubborn fat. I had to break it to her that Pilates is not for fat loss; rather, what Pilates is for can vary, depending on your goals! It certainly has […]
When you start running, all you need is a good pair of shoes and commitment, right? Not so fast, my friend. The truth is, just like any sport or activity, there’s going to be a lot that you don’t know when you first start out. It can be overwhelming, a big reason why some people […]
Today I was getting the magic circles out as clients were arriving for their class. As one sat down on her reformer she said, “You can put those away”. The next person arrived, saw the circle, and groaned. It makes me laugh that something so simple in design, that requires only the smallest of movement […]
After a long run, there’s nothing like a great stretch to relieve the inevitable tightness. I’ve been regularly running 10kms, half marathons, and marathons, along with trail running, for about fifteen years now, and these are my favourite Pilates exercises to do after a run. No More Hobbling Around When I first started running more […]
A beautiful thing is happening in the studio these days. It’s something I’ve been dreaming of for a long time, and I’ve had to change the way I teach Pilates to make it happen. Can you guess what it is? It’s Pilates. Instead of my clients coming to class and going through the motions of […]
As my clients start to feel the benefits of Pilates creeping into their daily lives, they will often ask me how often they can do Pilates. Can you do it every day? Yes, you can. Should you do Pilates every day? Absolutely, if you want to. Can you come to the studio every day? Yes, […]
Most of my clients come to Pilates because they are suffering from some kind of pain. While some of them are recovering after an accident or surgery, the majority of the pain I see is a result of some kind of imbalance or misalignment in the body. Once you understand your pain and what’s causing […]
Pilates has changed my life in so many ways. One of the surprises is all the different people it’s brought into my life. Pilates is for everyone, and I’ve taught children as young as 12 up to adults in their early 80’s. No matter their age, every person who enters the Pilates studio teaches me […]
Can you guess the time of year when I have the most people cancelling classes due to injuries? It’s the same time of year when I have the most people coming to the studio with unusual back pain. You guessed it – it’s when the weather warms up and yard work season begins. Rather than […]
It’s well known that Pilates helps you to build a stronger core; I wrote about how Pilates does it in last week’s blog. But do you know why you need a strong core? I’ve got four good reasons for you – and none of them are about getting six-pack abs (you’re welcome!). 1. A Stronger […]
It’s well-known that Pilates strengthens your core. A strong core is essential in everything you do because it stabilizes your whole body from your head to your toes. When you have a strong, stable core you stand taller, are less prone to injuries, and even breathe better (seriously!). Every single exercise in Pilates strengthens and […]
It’s no secret that I love what Pilates does for me and so many others. While I don’t expect everyone to do or love Pilates, I do hope that everyone finds reasons to love movement in their own way. By regularly moving your body in all the ways it can bend, stretch, reach, and twist, […]
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