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Pilates Movement Monday: Tendon Stretch Chair Versus Reformer
A focused Pilates practitioner performs a deep Tendon Stretch variation on the Reformer. In a previous Movement Monday, we explored the...

Michael King
May 19, 20252 min read


Pilates Movement Monday: Exploring the Mermaid on the Chair
Teacher supports client during Mermaid on the Chair, encouraging alignment, breath, and length through the spine. The Pilates Wunda Chair...

Michael King
May 12, 20253 min read


Pilates Technique Thursday: Cueing with Clarity – Saying Less, Teaching More
Less talking, more teaching: clear cueing creates focused, embodied movement in Pilates sessions. In Pilates sessions, cueing is one of...

Michael King
May 8, 20252 min read


Pilates and the Power of Intention: Embedding Change Through Repetition
Pilates group embodying intention through focused movement, repetition, and strong mind-body connection. As Pilates teachers, we often...

Michael King
May 6, 20252 min read


Pilates Movement Monday Long Back Stretch on the Reformer
Preparing for the Long Back Stretch with focus on wrist alignment and core engagement. This Movement Monday, we’re diving into a movement...

Michael King
May 5, 20252 min read


Pilates Soulful Sunday: Your Style, Your Story
A Reformer student in Latvia wearing a sweatshirt that says “Create Your Own Story.” When we first begin our Pilates journey, whether as...

Michael King
May 4, 20253 min read


Technique Thursday Pilates Start with Intention
Teacher and client connecting at the start of a Pilates session to set intentions It can be easy to get swept up in the flow of...

Michael King
May 1, 20252 min read


Pilates Thoughtful Tuesday: Swearing, Stress, and Longevity
Expressing emotions healthily, even with a swear word, can boost resilience and longevity I’ll begin with something many of you already...

Michael King
Apr 29, 20252 min read


Pilates Soulful Sunday Making Time not Finding Time
A simple wall clock reminds us that time is made, not found, for self-care. One of the hardest things I have found both for myself and...

Michael King
Apr 27, 20253 min read


Pilates Technique Thursday: You Are the Chef of Your Pilates Session
A Pilates-inspired kitchen scene blending the six principles with wholesome movement ingredients. One of the things I always remind...

Michael King
Apr 24, 20253 min read


Pilates Thoughtful Tuesday: The Energy We Bring into the Room
Calm, present, and ready—your energy sets the tone for every Pilates session. As Pilates teachers, we spend a great deal of time...

Michael King
Apr 22, 20252 min read


Pilates Movement Monday: Exploring the Swan Dive on the Ladder Barrel
Full extension over the Ladder Barrel, lifting through the thoracic spine with breath and control. As Pilates teachers we are always...

Michael King
Apr 21, 20252 min read


Pilates Self Care Saturday: No Should's No Musts
No should's, no musts, just cosy snuggles and a well-deserved rest day. Let’s be honest. We spend most of our time thinking about what we...

Michael King
Apr 19, 20252 min read


Pilates Technique Thursday: How to Spot Hidden Tension in the Body
Hidden tension often shows in the shoulders before we realise it is even there One of the hallmarks of a great Pilates teacher is the...

Michael King
Apr 17, 20253 min read


Pilates Soulful Sunday: The Silver Generation Is Not Coming It Is Already Here
Graceful and empowered, the silver generation embraces strength, wellness, and beauty at every age. There is a quiet revolution...

Michael King
Apr 13, 20252 min read


Pilates Technique Thursday: Training the Mind as Well as the Body
Visualising the power of mindset—train the brain like you train the body in Pilates As Pilates teachers we are trained to look at posture...

Michael King
Apr 10, 20253 min read


Pilates Wellness Wednesday: How to Monitor Mental Fatigue
When the body shows up but the mind checks out—time to reset and refocus. As Pilates teachers, we’re trained to notice physical...

Michael King
Apr 9, 20252 min read


Pilates Movement Monday: Foot Series on the Wunda Chair
Activating the centre with control and alignment in the Wunda Chair footwork series. The Wunda Chair offers some of the most direct and...

Michael King
Apr 7, 20252 min read


Pilates Soulful Sunday: The Difference Between Method Pilates and Fitness Pilates
A visual divide between Method Pilates and Fitness Pilates—two approaches, one method What sets apart a true Pilates method teacher? It’s...

Michael King
Apr 6, 20252 min read


Pilates Technique Thursday: The Art of Preparations & Transitions
Pilates students prepare with focus and control before movement begins, embodying mindful transitions. When we talk about technique in...

Michael King
Apr 3, 20252 min read
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