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Technique Thursday: Pilates and the Problem of Fake Flexibility
Pilates teacher correcting alignment during a roll-down, promoting authentic movement and preventing compensations As Pilates teachers,...

Michael King
Feb 13, 20253 min read
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Pilates Thoughtful Tuesday:The True Art of Innovation in Teaching
Innovative Pilates teaching: guide clients through fundamentals before exploring advanced movement variations When we think about...

Michael King
Feb 11, 20253 min read
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Movement Monday: Pilates Reformer Grasshopper
Advanced Grasshopper on the Reformer enhances spinal extension, hip mobility, and shoulder stability The Grasshopper on the Reformer is a...

Michael King
Feb 10, 20253 min read
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Fitness Friday: Are You an Integrated Pilates Educator?
Wearing many hats—Pilates, strength, mobility, and wellness—guiding clients beyond one method As teachers, we often see clients who need...

Michael King
Feb 7, 20253 min read
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Pilates Breathing: When (and Where) Should You Use Pursed-Lip Exhalation?
Softly pursed lips releasing a steady breath, highlighting the importance of breath control in Pilates. Breathing is one of the...

Michael King
Feb 6, 20253 min read
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Pilates Technique Thursday: Starting Your Pilates Session with Purpose
A Pilates teacher sets the tone, guiding students with clarity, purpose, and mindful movement focus. The way you begin a Pilates session...

Michael King
Jan 30, 20253 min read
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The Cost of Choosing the Right Pilates Course
Choosing the right Pilates course means quality education, expert guidance, and correct movement principles. I often judged things based...

Michael King
Jan 28, 20253 min read
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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
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Pilates Technique Thursday: Analysing Movement for Better Results
Visual representation of muscle activation and alignment in a back extension movement for mobility As Pilates teachers, one of the most...

Michael King
Jan 23, 20253 min read
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Pilates Thoughtful Tuesday: Breaking Free from Comfort Zones
Grounded in stillness, embracing comfort zones while preparing for growth beyond the familiar In life, we all have our comfort zones...

Michael King
Jan 21, 20253 min read
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Pilates Movement Monday: Mastering the Jackknife
Pilates class performing the jackknife, focusing on core strength, control, and spine articulation. The jackknife is undoubtedly one of...

Michael King
Jan 20, 20252 min read
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Technique Thursday: Pilates Challenges – Shaping Diamonds Under Pressure
Diamonds are formed under pressure – Pilates teachers grow stronger through challenges, resilience, and perseverance Every Pilates...

Michael King
Jan 16, 20253 min read
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Movement Monday: Exploring the Iconic Snake on the Reformer in Pilates
Mastering the Snake: Full-body control and precision on the Pilates Reformer in action The Snake is one of those advanced movements in...

Michael King
Jan 13, 20252 min read
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Pilates Soulful Sunday: Learning from Our Clients
A blurred group symbolising diverse Pilates clients, each bringing unique challenges and learning opportunities As Pilates teachers, one...

Michael King
Jan 12, 20252 min read
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Pilates Technique Thursday: Mastering Rib Cage Expansion for Better Core Engagement
Visualising rib cage expansion: A key concept in Pilates breathing and core stability As Pilates teachers, we know that proper breathing...

Michael King
Jan 9, 20253 min read
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Pilates Thoughtful Tuesday: A New Year, A New Beginning
A sunrise through a window symbolising new beginnings, positivity, and fresh opportunities in January. January marks the start of a new...

Michael King
Jan 7, 20252 min read
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Movement Monday: Pilates Mountain Climbing on the Wunda Chair
Controlled standing lunges on the Wunda Chair showcase strength, balance, and full-body engagement When teaching Pilates on the Wunda...

Michael King
Jan 6, 20253 min read
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Pilates and the Spirit of Christmas
Celebrate Christmas with warmth, joy, and connection in the spirit of Pilates and mindfulness As we have arrived at Christmas, it's a...

Michael King
Dec 24, 20242 min read
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Welcome to Pilates Movement Monday! & the Spine Corrector
Graceful spinal extension on the spine corrector, promoting length, control, and alignment. Welcome to Movement Monday! Today, let's...

Michael King
Dec 23, 20242 min read
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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
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