Category: Pilates Teaching Tips
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Scheduling Realities for Pilates Instructors who offer Private Training
One of the benefits of working in the fitness industry is that we can often claim the status of independent contractor. This allows us to organize our schedules in a way that guarantees we are in control of them. For Pilates instructors who pursue other interests, such as dance, athletics, acting, academic pursuits, etc. being…
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Arches and Pendulums: mindful imagery to move the hip joint
The hip joint is designed to provide stability while allowing for the mobility of our legs. Understanding its design and movement can provide us with everyday tools that can teach us how to properly access the joint and its powerful muscles. This can lead to functional movement, such as walking and going up stairs, that…
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Walking the Walk: breaking down the subtle & significant strengths in the way we walk
We all walk a little differently and understanding the basic, fundamental movement patterns that happen when we do is an important element to optimizing our strides. By no means a complete list, here are some key parts of this complex patterning that we do everyday. Hip Swing/Stance Leg: When we step forward the leg being…