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Pilates Technique Thursday: Stability Without Rigidity
Back view showing optimal scapular alignment and soft V shoulder placement for stability without tension When we talk about shoulder...

Michael King
Jul 31, 20252 min read


Pilates Movement Monday: Knees Off the Reformer
Challenging core and shoulder stability with Knees Off on the Reformer using controlled breath. Knees Off is a classical Pilates Reformer...

Michael King
Jul 28, 20252 min read


Pilates Technique Thursday: Finding the Purpose in Every Breath
Exhaling with focus engages the centre and brings intention to every Pilates movement. Breath in Pilates is much more than inhale and...

Michael King
Jul 24, 20252 min read


Pilates Thoughtful Tuesday: Has the Method Lost Its Way?
When your “creative” Pilates class turns into an escape room challenge on the reformer. This past weekend, as I scrolled through social...

Michael King
Jul 22, 20252 min read


Pilates Thoughtful Tuesday: Turning Doubt into Your Strength
Silhouette of a person removing a dark mask, representing identity, doubt, and personal growth. There are days and we all have them when...

Michael King
Jul 15, 20252 min read


Pilates Soulful Sunday: When the Method Teaches You
Michael guides a teacher through the Teaser, emphasising precision and flow in the movement. Today is the last day of our summer school...

Michael King
Jul 13, 20252 min read


Pilates Self-Care Saturday: Packing Light and Stress-Free Flying
A traveller carefully lifts a four-wheel trolley bag into an airplane’s overhead luggage compartment. As many of you know, I spend a lot...

Michael King
Jul 12, 20252 min read


Pilates Technique Thursday: The Hundred and Brain Health
A vibrant brain illustration highlighting regions activated during Pilates exercises like the Hundred. The Pilates Hundred is a signature...

Michael King
Jul 10, 20252 min read


Pilates Thoughtful Tuesday: When a Client Says You’re Too Expensive
Woman with exasperated face and raised hands, reacting to perceived high Pilates session costs. It is a comment that can catch even the...

Michael King
Jul 8, 20253 min read


Pilates Soulful Sunday: First Movement Before Flowers
A vibrant frequency waveform glowing in red, pink, and blue on a dark background. In the Pilates studio, we see it all the time.A client...

Michael King
Jul 6, 20253 min read


Pilates Wellness Wednesday: Understanding Stem Cells
A vibrant digital stem cell illustration symbolising regeneration, cellular healing, and scientific innovation. Every so often, a new...

Michael King
Jul 2, 20253 min read


Pilates Thoughtful Tuesday: What Does Locking In Mean to You?
A brass padlock symbolising focus, discipline, and personal commitment to staying locked in. Have you ever said the words "I feel locked...

Michael King
Jul 1, 20252 min read


Pilates Wellness Wednesday: The Power of the Nap
A peaceful daytime nap may be the secret to heart health and mental clarity We’ve talked about napping before but this Wellness Wednesday...

Michael King
Jun 25, 20252 min read


Pilates Thoughtful Tuesday: When Distance Speaks Louder Than Words
When emotions escalate, choose grace over conflict—your silence is your strength. In the world of teaching Pilates, we meet all sorts of...

Michael King
Jun 24, 20252 min read


Pilates Soulful Sunday: A or B – Which Would You Choose?
A or B: Who you are in the room shapes how far you grow. This Pilates Soulful Sunday, let’s pause for a moment of honest reflection....

Michael King
Jun 22, 20252 min read


Pilates Self-Care Saturday: The Light of the Summer Solstice
Golden sunlight glistens over the Solway Coast’s rocks and sea, capturing the essence of summer. Today is 21 June, the Summer Solstice,...

Michael King
Jun 21, 20252 min read


Pilates Technique Thursday: The 30 Second Conversation Strategy
Precise and timeless, this stopwatch captures the essence of effective 30 second conversations. As Pilates teachers we often focus on...

Michael King
Jun 19, 20251 min read


Pilates Wellness Wednesday: Wellness Through Stillness – Why Rest is an Active Practice
Stillness brings clarity – like calm water, it reflects the strength of inner peace. In a world where being busy is often mistaken for...

Michael King
Jun 18, 20252 min read


Pilates Soulful Sunday: Feeding the Brain — Is Our Diet the Missing Link?
Discover how pilates and diet can enhance brain health. Explore the link between pilates, seafood, and mental wellness on our blog.

Michael King
Jun 15, 20252 min read


Pilates Self Care Saturday: Are Your Dishes Harming Your Gut Health?
A dishwasher filled with dirty plates and utensils, highlighting hidden chemical residues post-wash. Since moving back to the UK and into...

Michael King
Jun 14, 20252 min read
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