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Pilates Technique Thursday: Back to Our Roots
Woman standing in perfect alignment, showcasing elegant Pilates posture and balanced body awareness. Today I want to bring us back to the...

Michael King
Jul 17, 20252 min read


Pilates Technique Thursday: How Many Muscles Does It Take to Stand?
A woman demonstrates perfect standing posture with balanced alignment and engaged core stability. Standing. It seems so simple, doesn’t...

Michael King
Jul 3, 20252 min read


Pilates Fitness Friday: Should We Use Ankle Weights in Our Practice?
Soft ankle weights add gentle resistance for targeted leg strength in Pilates sessions. Ankle weights have made something of a comeback...

Michael King
Jun 13, 20253 min read


Pilates Movement Monday: The Reformer Salute
A Pilates teacher demonstrates the Reformer Salute, building shoulder stability with mindful breathwork. This Movement Monday we’re...

Michael King
Jun 2, 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 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


Fitness Friday: The 'Movement Snack' Method
Wall sit for strength and stability, perfect for building endurance in your legs and core Finding creative ways to stay active throughout...

Michael King
Feb 14, 20253 min read


Pilates Movement Monday: Offerings on the Reformer
A Pilates class practising core stability and upper body strength with focused, controlled movements. As Pilates teachers, we are always...

Michael King
Jan 27, 20253 min read


Pilates and Longevity: A Wellness Trend for 2025
Discover how longevity-focused Pilates is shaping the future of wellness in 2025. Learn how to integrate Pilates principles for a healthier,

Michael King
Jan 8, 20253 min read


Pilates Technique Thursday: Exploring the Debate of Neutral Versus Moving Out of Neutral
The pelvis in Nuetral, creating stability and core engagement When teaching Pilates, the concept of a neutral pelvis is often considered...

Michael King
Dec 19, 20244 min read


Fitness Friday: Exploring Kettlebell Training – Strength, Mobility, and Progression
Kettlebells have become a prominent fixture in fitness routines across the UK, celebrated for their versatility and effectiveness. For...

Michael King
Nov 29, 20243 min read


Pilates Technique Thursday: How to Keep the Neck in Alignment and Avoid Strain
One of the most common challenges in Pilates, particularly during flexion-based exercises, is preventing clients from straining their...

Michael King
Oct 10, 20244 min read


Pilates Fitness Friday: The Role of Joint Mobility in Functional Fitness
As Pilates teachers, we understand the importance of mobility, stability, and strength in movement. But when it comes to other forms of...

Michael King
Sep 27, 20244 min read


Pilates Movement Monday: Exploring the Bridge on the Tower for Lordotic Clients
In today’s Pilates Movement Monday, we’re diving into the bridge on the Tower or Cadillac. This classic Pilates exercise is excellent for...

Michael King
Sep 16, 20243 min read


Thoughtful Tuesday: Manspreading and Its Impact on Posture in Pilates
As Pilates teachers, we often deal with various postural habits and tendencies that our clients bring into the studio. One common posture...

Michael King
Sep 10, 20243 min read


Pilates Fitness Friday: Balancing the Body by Strengthening the Hamstrings
As Pilates teachers, we often find ourselves working with clients who have spent years focusing on fitness programmes that place a lot of...

Michael King
Sep 6, 20243 min read


Pilates Technique Thursday: Mastering Head Alignment
Head alignment is a fundamental aspect of good posture and effective movement, yet it’s one that many clients struggle with. Whether due...

Michael King
Aug 22, 20244 min read


Pilates Thoughtful Tuesday: Lengthening the Psoas - A Journey
As Pilates teachers, we often encounter tight muscles, and for me, the psoas has always been a particularly persistent issue. My journey...

Michael King
Aug 6, 20242 min read


Movement Monday: Mastering the Climb-a-Tree in Pilates
Welcome to another edition of Movement Monday! Today, we're diving into a classic Pilates exercise that exemplifies the full-body...

Michael King
Jul 29, 20242 min read


Movement Monday: Pilates in the Time of Pulling Straps
Welcome to another Movement Monday, Pilates teachers! Today, we’re diving into the Pulling Straps exercise, also known as Side Pull,...

Michael King
Jul 22, 20242 min read
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