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Pilates Thoughtful Tuesday: Reflections on a Blossoming Pilates World in China
As I sit here, preparing to leave the southern shores of China, reflecting on the past few days feels nothing short of inspiring. Here,...

Michael King
Nov 5, 20242 min read


Understanding the Impact of the Menstrual Cycle on Core and Joint Stability in Pilates
As Pilates teachers, it's essential to understand how the menstrual cycle can affect our clients' bodies, particularly in terms of core...

Michael King
Oct 24, 20243 min read


Pilates Movement Monday: Bringing the Reformer Elephant to Matwork
For this Movement Monday, we’re exploring the Elephant , a well-loved Reformer exercise, and how to bring it into your matwork classes....

Michael King
Oct 21, 20243 min read


Pilates Technique Thursday: Understanding the Quality of Movement
As Pilates teachers, we often talk about the elusive "quality of movement." But what exactly does that mean when we dig deeper into...

Michael King
Oct 17, 20242 min read


Pilates Movement Monday: Exploring Jumping on the Reformer
When it comes to incorporating dynamic movement into Pilates, jumping on the Reformer is a fantastic way to build strength, coordination,...

Michael King
Oct 14, 20243 min read


Pilates Movement Monday: Thigh Stretch on the Reformer
Today, on Movement Monday, we’re diving into one of my favourite movements: the Thigh Stretch on the Reformer. This exercise is excellent...

Michael King
Oct 7, 20242 min read


Pilates Movement Monday: Transferring the Elephant from Reformer to Mat
One of the beautiful aspects of Pilates is how versatile the exercises are across different pieces of apparatus and the mat. Today, we’re...

Michael King
Sep 30, 20243 min read


Movement Monday: Exploring Climb the Tree on the Pilates Ladder Barrel
The Climb the Tree exercise is a favourite for many Pilates practitioners, whether on the Reformer or the Ladder Barrel. While both...

Michael King
Sep 23, 20242 min read


If You Can Hear Your Pilates Breathing, It's Too Loud
When we think about Pilates, breath and movement are intrinsically linked. The connection between the two is fundamental to the method,...

Michael King
Sep 19, 20243 min read


Technique Thursday: Exploring the Difference Between Method Pilates Teachers and Fitness Pilates Teachers
In recent years, the conversation around Pilates teaching has evolved, with increasing discussion about the distinction between a method...

Michael King
Sep 12, 20243 min read


Movement Monday: Exploring the Parakeet in Pilates
Welcome to this week's Movement Monday , where we dive into the fundamentals of a Pilates classic, the Parakeet . This exercise,...

Michael King
Sep 9, 20243 min read


Soulful Sunday: Pilates and the Power of Being Yourself
As Pilates teachers, we often find ourselves guiding our clients not only through movement but also through a journey of self-discovery....

Michael King
Sep 8, 20243 min read


Exploring the Swan Dive on the Wunda Chair: How Pilates Equipment Transforms Movement
In the world of Pilates, we often find that performing the same movement on different pieces of equipment can lead to entirely new...

Michael King
Sep 2, 20243 min read


Movement Monday: Enhancing Core Stability with the Pilates 100 on the Reformer
As Pilates teachers, we're always looking for ways to challenge our clients' stability and core strength. One of the most effective...

Michael King
Aug 26, 20243 min read


Pilates Wellness Wednesday: Understanding Superficial Thrombosis and Exercise Recommendations
As Pilates teachers, we often encounter clients with a range of health concerns. One such condition that might come up is superficial...

Michael King
Aug 21, 20242 min read


Thoughtful Tuesday: The Doorway Effect and How to Use It to Your Advantage in Pilates
Have you ever walked into a room only to forget why you went there in the first place? If so, you're not alone, and more importantly,...

Michael King
Aug 20, 20242 min read


Movement Monday: Exploring the Arabesque on the Pilates Reformer
When it comes to Pilates, the Reformer offers an expansive playground for exploring movement, balance, and strength. One exercise that...

Michael King
Aug 19, 20243 min read


Movement Monday: Elevating the Pilates Shoulder Bridge with the Stability Ball
As Pilates teachers, we constantly seek ways to challenge and engage our clients, whether in a group setting or during personal training...

Michael King
Aug 12, 20243 min read


Pilates Movement Monday: Mastering the Long Back Stretch on the Reformer
Welcome to another Movement Monday! Today, we delve into the intricacies of the Long Back Stretch, a vital component of the Long Stretch...

Michael King
Aug 5, 20242 min read


Technique Thursday: Promoting the Full Traditional Pilates Studio Experience
Hello Pilates teachers, Today on Technique Thursday, I want to address a topic that has been coming up quite frequently in my...

Michael King
Aug 1, 20242 min read
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