Pilates Fitness Friday: Has the Reformer Turned into the New Step?
Ah, the good old days of step training! Some of you may remember it (and others might be googling it as we speak). Picture this: three...
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Michael King
2 days ago3 min read
Pilates Technique Thursday: The Art of Transitions
When teaching Pilates, one of the most overlooked but vital aspects is the transition between movements. Transitions can make or break...
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Michael King
3 days ago3 min read
Pilates Wellness Wednesday: It's Okay Not to Be Okay
In the world of Pilates teaching, we often find ourselves in a deeply giving role. Clients come to us not only for movement but often...
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Michael King
5 days ago3 min read
Movement Monday: Exploring Joseph Pilates' Toe Separator and Its Role in Foot Health
Joseph Pilates was not only a pioneer in the development of the Pilates method but also an innovator who created various pieces of...
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Michael King
Nov 283 min read
Technique Thursday: Handling Clients Who Don’t "Get" Pilates
As Pilates teachers, we’ve all encountered clients who don’t quite “get” the method. They might say it’s “too slow” or “too easy,” or...
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Michael King
Nov 263 min read
Pilates and Mindfulness: Are You a "Be Here Now" Teacher?
In the world of mindfulness, much emphasis is placed on being present in stillness and quiet moments of meditation or reflective pauses....
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Michael King
Nov 253 min read
Pilates Movement Monday: Exploring the Arabesque
As Pilates teachers, we're always looking for ways to guide our clients through movements that not only enhance their strength and...
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Michael King
Nov 213 min read
Pilates Technique Thursday: Pilates Versus the Megaformer – Understanding the Comparison
The Megaformer has become a fitness buzzword, often stealing the spotlight in discussions about low-impact, resistance-based exercise....
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Michael King
Nov 193 min read
Thoughtful Tuesday: Pilates Through the Generations
As Pilates teachers, we work with people of all ages, from the young and agile to those who might be rediscovering movement later in...
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Michael King
Nov 183 min read
Movement Monday: Thread the Needle for Pilates Teachers
This week’s Movement Monday features Thread the Needle , a dynamic rotational exercise that develops thoracic mobility, shoulder...
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Michael King
Nov 172 min read
Pilates Soulful Sunday: Reflecting on the Past to Shape Your Future
As Pilates teachers, we often focus on the here and now, on helping our clients connect with their bodies and minds in the present...
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Michael King
Nov 144 min read
Technique Thursday: The Art of Observation in Pilates Teaching
In Pilates teaching, there's an essential skill that often goes beyond demonstrating the movements, it's the ability to observe, assess,...
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Michael King
Nov 123 min read
Pilates Thoughtful Tuesday: Cueing the Centre with Subtlety and Precision
In today’s world of Pilates teaching, the understanding of core engagement has evolved significantly. Gone are the days when we’d ask...
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Michael King
Nov 116 min read
Mastering the Teaser with Resistance Bands: Benefits and Insights for Pilates Teachers
As Pilates teachers, we’re all familiar with the classical movement, the Teaser . An iconic exercise in the Pilates repertoire, the...
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Michael King
Nov 83 min read
Fitness Friday: Preparing Our Clients for Pilates After a Day of Sitting
For Pilates teachers, the end-of-day classes bring in clients who've often spent long hours at desks or behind screens. Many arrive with...
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Michael King
Nov 72 min read
Pilates Technique Thursday: The Art of Class Planning
In a recent discussion in a social media group, a pilates teacher asked if there was an app capable of designing Pilates classes. It’s an...
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Michael King
Nov 62 min read
Pilates and Breath: Exploring the Essence of Qi in Movement
Being part of the Chinese experience was enlightening on so many levels. I wasn’t there just to teach; I also had the opportunity to...
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Michael King
Nov 52 min read
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,...
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Michael King
Nov 42 min read
Movement Monday: The Rolling Jackknife – A Pilates Preparation for Mastering the Jackknife
In this week’s Movement Monday, we’re diving into a unique approach to mastering one of Pilates’ most challenging movements—the...
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Michael King
Oct 313 min read
Pilates Technique Thursday: Encouraging Consistency Through the Basics
One of the greatest gifts we can give our clients is the understanding that consistency is more powerful than intensity. When we teach...
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