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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...

Michael King
Mar 10, 20252 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...

Michael King
Mar 8, 20253 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...

Michael King
Mar 6, 20252 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...

Michael King
Mar 5, 20253 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...

Michael King
Mar 4, 20253 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...

Michael King
Feb 27, 20253 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...

Michael King
Feb 26, 20252 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...

Michael King
Feb 19, 20252 min read


Pilates and the Power of Hope Molecules
Visual representation of hope molecules—myokines released through muscle contraction, boosting mental resilience naturally Recent...

Michael King
Feb 16, 20252 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,...

Michael King
Feb 13, 20253 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...

Michael King
Feb 12, 20252 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...

Michael King
Feb 11, 20253 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...

Michael King
Feb 9, 20252 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...

Michael King
Feb 7, 20253 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...

Michael King
Feb 6, 20253 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...

Michael King
Feb 5, 20252 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...

Michael King
Feb 2, 20252 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...

Michael King
Jan 30, 20253 min read


The Cost of Choosing the Right Pilates Course
Choosing the right Pilates course means quality education, expert guidance, and correct movement principles. I often judged things based...

Michael King
Jan 28, 20253 min read


Pilates Soulful Sunday: Building Resilience Through the Pilates Method
Three majestic Greek-style pillars under a blue sky symbolise strength and resilience Resilience is a quality we all admire and strive...

Michael King
Jan 26, 20253 min read
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