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Pilates Wellness Wednesday: Understanding Cupping Therapy
Cupping therapy lifts the fascia, promoting relaxation, mobility, and recovery for Pilates and fitness clients. As Pilates teachers, we...

Michael King
Mar 5, 20253 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 Soulful Sunday: Overcoming Fear and Finding Growth in Teaching
Breaking through fear – Moving beyond limitations to challenge and grow in Pilates. As we step into the first week of March, it is...

Michael King
Mar 2, 20252 min read


Pilates Self Care Saturday: Don’t Throw Away Coffee Grounds – They’re a Hidden Treasure for Your Home and Garden
Sustainable living starts with coffee grounds – a natural fertiliser, odour absorber, and household essential. For many of us, coffee is...

Michael King
Mar 1, 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 Wellness Wednesday: Understanding Glycemic Load for Better Energy
A vibrant, nutrient-rich salad with low glycemic load ingredients for sustained energy and wellness. As Pilates teachers, we’re always...

Michael King
Feb 26, 20252 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 Soulful Sunday: Reflecting on Self-Love Before the Week Begins
A person stands before a blurred mirror, lost in quiet self-reflection. As Pilates teachers, we often talk about balance—not just in...

Michael King
Feb 23, 20252 min read


Pilates Self Care Saturday: Prioritising Sleep for a Stronger Body and Mind
A restful night supports movement, reduces stress, and enhances teaching energy in Pilates practice As Pilates teachers, we understand...

Michael King
Feb 22, 20253 min read


Pilates Fitness Friday: Why Mobility Training is More Than Just a Warm-Up
Pilates for mobility: Engaging the core while improving hamstring flexibility and spinal articulation. In the ever-evolving fitness...

Michael King
Feb 21, 20253 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 Thoughtful Tuesday: Vampire Appliances and Energy-Saving Tips
A British three-pin plug fully inserted into a wall socket with the switch turned on. In these challenging times, we are all feeling the...

Michael King
Feb 18, 20252 min read


Pilates and the Power of Hope Molecules
Visual representation of hope molecules—myokines released through muscle contraction, boosting mental resilience naturally Recent...

Michael King
Feb 16, 20252 min read


Pilates Self-Care Saturday: Lentils or Beans? Which is Better for You?
A perfect balance of lentils and beans, showcasing healthy winter meal options. As winter settles in, there’s something undeniably...

Michael King
Feb 15, 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 Wednesday Wellness: Amish Amoxicillin What Is It?
Garlic bulb resting on a wooden table symbolising natural health and wellness When we think about wellness in Pilates we often focus on...

Michael King
Feb 12, 20252 min read


Pilates Soulful Sunday: Finding Balance in a World Gone Crazy
As crocuses, daffodils, and snowdrops emerge, they remind us that balance and beauty persist As we reach another Sunday, a moment of...

Michael King
Feb 9, 20252 min read


Pilates Self-Care Saturday: The Cost and Ritual of a Cup of Tea
The perfect tea moment—freshly boiled water, a waiting cup, and a teabag ready to steep. Making a cup of tea used to be so simple. As...

Michael King
Feb 8, 20253 min read


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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