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Michael King
3 days ago2 min read
Technique Thursday: Integrating Laban Movement Analysis into Chair-Based Pilates
Blending movement and structure  – A chair at the centre, surrounded by flowing Laban-inspired motion. As Pilates teachers, we...
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Michael King
5 days ago2 min read
Pilates Thoughtful Tuesday The Power of Eye Contact in Teaching
The power of eye contact in Pilates teaching enhances connection, trust, and engagement. In Pilates, communication goes beyond the words...
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Michael King
6 days ago2 min read
Pilates Movement Monday: Revisiting the Roll-Up
A Pilates practitioner demonstrating the full Roll-Up, reaching forward with controlled spinal articulation Matwork is at the heart of...
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Michael King
Mar 83 min read
Pilates Self-Care Saturday: Staying Healthy as the Seasons Change
Seasons are changing—protect your health with rest, good nutrition, and mindful self-care. As the seasons shift, we begin to see the...
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Michael King
Mar 62 min read
Pilates Technique Thursday: Honouring the Mat in March Mat Madness
Embracing March Mat Madness: Strength and control in classical Pilates single-leg stretch As we step into March, the Pilates world turns...
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Michael King
Mar 53 min read
Pilates Wellness Wednesday: Understanding Cupping Therapy
Cupping therapy lifts the fascia, promoting relaxation, mobility, and recovery for Pilates and fitness clients. As Pilates teachers, we...
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Michael King
Mar 43 min read
Thoughtful Tuesday – Supporting Ukraine, Supporting My Russian Pilates Friends, and Hoping for Peace
A fiery divide between Russia and Ukraine, symbolising the conflict that separates nations and lives When I posted that I support...
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Michael King
Feb 273 min read
Technique Thursday: Should You Point or Flex Your Feet in Pilates?
Pointing the toes enhances energy flow, elongation, and muscle activation. One of the most common questions I get from clients is: Should...
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Michael King
Feb 262 min read
Pilates Wellness Wednesday: Understanding Glycemic Load for Better Energy
A vibrant, nutrient-rich salad with low glycemic load ingredients for sustained energy and wellness. As Pilates teachers, we’re always...
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Michael King
Feb 192 min read
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...
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Michael King
Feb 162 min read
Pilates and the Power of Hope Molecules
Visual representation of hope molecules—myokines released through muscle contraction, boosting mental resilience naturally Recent...
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Michael King
Feb 133 min read
Technique Thursday: Pilates and the Problem of Fake Flexibility
Pilates teacher correcting alignment during a roll-down, promoting authentic movement and preventing compensations As Pilates teachers,...
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Michael King
Feb 122 min read
Pilates Wednesday Wellness: Amish Amoxicillin What Is It?
Garlic bulb resting on a wooden table symbolising natural health and wellness When we think about wellness in Pilates we often focus on...
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Michael King
Feb 113 min read
Pilates Thoughtful Tuesday:The True Art of Innovation in Teaching
Innovative Pilates teaching: guide clients through fundamentals before exploring advanced movement variations When we think about...
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Michael King
Feb 92 min read
Pilates Soulful Sunday: Finding Balance in a World Gone Crazy
As crocuses, daffodils, and snowdrops emerge, they remind us that balance and beauty persist As we reach another Sunday, a moment of...
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Michael King
Feb 73 min read
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...
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Michael King
Feb 63 min read
Pilates Breathing: When (and Where) Should You Use Pursed-Lip Exhalation?
Softly pursed lips releasing a steady breath, highlighting the importance of breath control in Pilates. Breathing is one of the...
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Michael King
Feb 52 min read
Pilates and Creating a Calm Space for Teaching
A serene Pilates studio with soft lighting, floor mats, lush plants, and a calming waterfall A well-designed Pilates space can transform...
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Michael King
Feb 22 min read
Soulful Sunday: Pilates and the Kindest Person in the Room
A woman in a beige top smiles warmly while engaging in conversation at a lively venue Today, I want to talk about the best way to spot...
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Michael King
Jan 303 min read
Pilates Technique Thursday: Starting Your Pilates Session with Purpose
A Pilates teacher sets the tone, guiding students with clarity, purpose, and mindful movement focus. The way you begin a Pilates session...
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