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Pilates Training Smart: It’s Not About Working Harder, It’s About Working Wiser
Smart training means knowing when to rest, reset, and recharge for long-term progress. As Pilates teachers, we often encounter the client...

Michael King
Apr 1, 20252 min read


Pilates Movement Monday: Using the Pilates Ring Supine with Knees Bent
Pilates ring work in neutral spine, focusing on pelvic floor and breath connection. The Pilates ring or magic circle, as it’s sometimes...

Michael King
Mar 31, 20253 min read


Pilates Soulful Sunday: Reconnecting with the 'Why'
Pausing to reflect on purpose—why we teach, and what fuels our Pilates path There’s something about a Sunday that invites reflection....

Michael King
Mar 30, 20252 min read


Pilates Technique Thursday: Parkinson's and the Power of Movement
Gentle care and support for a Parkinson's client highlighting the importance of movement and therapy On Tuesday I returned back up to...

Michael King
Mar 27, 20252 min read


Pilates Thoughtful Tuesday: How Much is Too Much Help?
Pilates teacher offers support, allowing the client space to explore and refine their movement. As Pilates teachers, our natural instinct...

Michael King
Mar 25, 20252 min read


Pilates Movement Monday: Exploring the Lower Body Lunge on the Reformer
Focused control and balance in a Reformer lunge, lengthening through the full kinetic chain. When it comes to closing a session with...

Michael King
Mar 24, 20253 min read


Pilates Technique Thursday Finding Control in Fast Paced Reformer Training
Controlled effort beats speed – Just like Pilates, true strength comes from precision, not momentum. With the rise of dynamic Reformer...

Michael King
Mar 20, 20252 min read


Pilates and Natural Cleaning: Striking the Right Balance in Your Studio
Maintaining a fresh Pilates studio—cleaning a Reformer with a natural spray and cloth. As Pilates teachers, we aim to create an...

Michael King
Mar 18, 20252 min read


Pilates Soulful Sunday: Reflecting on Our Value as Pilates Teachers
Pilates payment made easy, does your pricing reflect your worth in today’s economy? As we take this Soulful Sunday to reflect on the...

Michael King
Mar 16, 20253 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...

Michael King
Mar 13, 20252 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...

Michael King
Mar 11, 20252 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...

Michael King
Mar 10, 20252 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


Pilates Movement Monday The Tendon Stretch on the Wunda Chair
Focused and poised, a pilates practitioner executes a challenging Pilates movement on the Wunda Chair. The Wunda Chair is a unique and...

Michael King
Mar 3, 20252 min read


Pilates Fitness Friday Recovery Matters Just as Much as the Workout
Cold therapy boosts circulation reduces inflammation and aids recovery after intense Pilates and fitness sessions. In the world of...

Michael King
Feb 28, 20253 min read


Pilates Thoughtful Tuesday: Understanding Thoracic Outlet Syndrome and Supporting Clients in Class
Neck and shoulder discomfort? Understanding Thoracic Outlet Syndrome and how Pilates can help Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS) is a...

Michael King
Feb 25, 20252 min read


Pilates Movement Monday: Side Pull Up on the Wunda Chair
Using the Pilates Wunda Chair to enhance full-body strength, core control, and balance. Welcome to Pilates Movement Monday! Today, we're...

Michael King
Feb 24, 20252 min read


Pilates Technique Thursday: Maintaining Your Reformer for Longevity
Regular Reformer maintenance ensures smooth carriage movement, preventing dust buildup and wheel friction Reformer training has surged in...

Michael King
Feb 20, 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 Movement Monday: Long Spine on the Reformer
Long Spine on the Reformer—focus on spinal articulation, core control, and breath coordination. On this Pilates Movement Monday, we are...

Michael King
Feb 17, 20253 min read
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