Consider Becoming a Pilates Instructor
I recently wrote a post on Instagram that, unlike other posts, which usually get shared three or four times, was shared over thirty times. The post was about how the […]
Pilates Is Not an Exclusive Club, And I Am an Inclusive Instructor
I work with clients who have arthritis, vertigo, nerve pain, disc herniations, whiplash, and cerebral palsy. I’ve also helped many pregnant women who feel huge and exhausted.
The Most Common Question People Ask Me About Pilates
The Most Common Question People Ask Me About Pilates, ‘I’m not flexible. Can I still do Pilates?’ Yes, you can. Pilates is what makes you flexible.
What To Expect From Your First Class
I start every client with an orientation class to asses their needs and understand their goals. Then, they can continue on with private classes or move into semi-private or group classes.
How To Recover When You’ve Regressed
If you stop coming to Pilates or you stop exercising for a while, your body will regress. You’ll lose the coordination and strength that you’ve gained.
Sick Of Stumbling In The Snow? Try This.
As soon as the snow falls, a lot of us start to worry about falling ourselves. We all know the feeling when our legs shoot out from under us, our drink goes flying, and we land flat on our butts.
4 Uses for the Merrithew Mini Stability Ball
When you go to a Pilates studio, they will have props as well as equipment. One of my favourite props to use is the Mini Stability Ball, a soft green ball that we blow up using a small bicycle pump.
5 Myths About Pilates (And The Actual Truth)
Pilates and yoga complement one another, but they’re not the same thing. Many clients who do Pilates also do yoga, and many yoga studios also offer Pilates classes.
The Problem With No Pain, No Gain
‘No pain no gain’ isn’t true. It just rhymes. It’s easy to remember because of the rhyme, but it’s not true. Pain is your body’s way of telling you that something’s wrong.