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Pilates Wellness Wednesday: Understanding Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Screening for Older Clients
An ultrasound scan checks for an abdominal aortic aneurysm, a crucial screening for older adults As Pilates teachers, it's essential to...

Michael King
Feb 192 min read
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Fitness Friday: The 'Movement Snack' Method
Wall sit for strength and stability, perfect for building endurance in your legs and core Finding creative ways to stay active throughout...

Michael King
Feb 143 min read
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Fitness Friday: Are You an Integrated Pilates Educator?
Wearing many hats—Pilates, strength, mobility, and wellness—guiding clients beyond one method As teachers, we often see clients who need...

Michael King
Feb 73 min read
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Fitness Friday Your Squats and Your Stance
Strong squat stance with perfect alignment, feet parallel, knees tracking, building lower body strength. Squats are a fundamental...

Michael King
Jan 312 min read
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Pilates Fitness Friday: How to Complement Your Pilates Programme and Prevent Frozen Shoulder as an Older Adult
Fitness essentials for older adults: kettlebell, Indian clubs, towel, and water for shoulder health. Maintaining healthy shoulders is...

Michael King
Jan 243 min read
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Pilates and Strength Training During Menopause: A Personalised Approach
A serene Pilates setup with weights and a pink towel, perfect for menopausal strength training. As Pilates teachers, we understand that...

Michael King
Jan 172 min read
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Pilates Fitness Friday: Monitoring Your Body with Wearable Watches
Smartwatch and smartphone connection highlighting fitness tracking, heart rate monitoring, and stress management tools. In recent years,...

Michael King
Jan 103 min read
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Pilates and Longevity: A Wellness Trend for 2025
Discover how longevity-focused Pilates is shaping the future of wellness in 2025. Learn how to integrate Pilates principles for a healthier,

Michael King
Jan 83 min read
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Fitness Friday: Staying Active Over the Festive Season with Pilates
Holiday-themed setting with wine and tinsel, symbolising seasonal indulgence balanced by Pilates mindfulness. The festive season is a...

Michael King
Dec 20, 20243 min read
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Pilates Fitness Friday: Maximising Results with Micro Workouts
Short, powerful exercises energise the body and fit perfectly into a busy day Incorporating micro workouts, brief, high-intensity...

Michael King
Dec 13, 20242 min read
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Pilates Fitness Friday: Has the Reformer Turned into the New Step?
Ah, the good old days of step training! Some of you may remember it (and others might be googling it as we speak). Picture this: three...

Michael King
Dec 6, 20243 min read
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Wellness Wednesday: Pilates and the Wellness Factor – Exploring Magnesium for Optimal Health
As Pilates teachers, we often remind our clients about the importance of balance, not just in their movement but in their overall...

Michael King
Dec 4, 20243 min read
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Fitness Friday: Exploring Kettlebell Training – Strength, Mobility, and Progression
Kettlebells have become a prominent fixture in fitness routines across the UK, celebrated for their versatility and effectiveness. For...

Michael King
Nov 29, 20243 min read
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Wellness Wednesday: Exploring the Link Between Cholesterol and Heart Disease
On this Wellness Wednesday, I want to extend my gratitude to our good friend Nuala Coombs for sharing a thought-provoking clip discussing...

Michael King
Nov 27, 20242 min read
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Pilates Self-Care Saturday: 10 Ways to Boost Your Immunity for Winter
Winter is upon us, and for many of us, the change in season brings not only colder temperatures but also the need to take extra care of...

Michael King
Nov 23, 20242 min read
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Pilates Fitness Friday: An Update on Training Heart Rates Around the World
As Pilates teachers, integrating a variety of exercise forms into our practice can create a more comprehensive approach to health and...

Michael King
Nov 22, 20242 min read
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Pilates Technique Thursday: Pilates Versus the Megaformer – Understanding the Comparison
The Megaformer  has become a fitness buzzword, often stealing the spotlight in discussions about low-impact, resistance-based exercise....

Michael King
Nov 21, 20243 min read
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Pilates Self-Care Saturday: Nourishing Yourself with an Air Fryer Delight
Self-Care Saturday is the perfect time to focus on replenishing both body and mind. Today, I’m thrilled to celebrate my latest addition...

Michael King
Nov 16, 20242 min read
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Embracing Winter Walking for Pilates Teachers: A Seasonal Boost for Body and Mind
Having just moved to Scotland, I’m fully embracing the thrill of the unpredictable weather – sunny mornings, glorious in their chill,...

Michael King
Nov 15, 20242 min read
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Fitness Friday: Preparing Our Clients for Pilates After a Day of Sitting
For Pilates teachers, the end-of-day classes bring in clients who've often spent long hours at desks or behind screens. Many arrive with...

Michael King
Nov 8, 20243 min read
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