Category: Understanding Pilates
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Understanding the ‘Why’ behind Pilates in order to appreciate the ‘What’ and ‘How’
When I did my Pilates certification in 1995 (!) I found myself explaining to every person who asked, what it was and why it was so amazing. At times, it was easier to just say I taught fitness and hope it quashed their questions and quizzical looks. Flash forward 26 years and here we are…
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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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Online vs In Person Studio Training – what’s best for you now?
Over the past 18 months, small Pilates/Yoga studios have shifted to training online. And it’s been enthusiastically received by clients as they’ve embraced this alternate form of working out that gives the same results and quality teaching. Now that we’re looking at heading back into the studios, some clients have asked our opinion on whether…