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Pilates Fitness Friday: HYROX – The Trend Everyone's Talking About
HYROX-style training in action – combining explosive jumps with functional strength and endurance If you've been hearing the name HYROX...

Michael King
Mar 28, 20252 min read


Pilates Fitness Friday: Bodyweight vs. Weights – Which Is Better for Strength Gains?
Strength at any age: Bodyweight training builds resilience, mobility, and confidence for older adults. When it comes to building...

Michael King
Mar 21, 20253 min read


Pilates Fitness Friday Fasted Cardio Should You Do It?
Morning fasted cardio on a treadmill, highlighting movement, endurance, and Pilates-inspired fitness routines. The concept of performing...

Michael King
Mar 14, 20252 min read


Pilates Fitness Friday: The Effectiveness of Hula Hooping as a Workout
A playful take on hula hoop fitness—coordination, core strength, and fun in motion! Hula hooping has been making waves on social media as...

Michael King
Mar 7, 20252 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


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


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


Fitness Friday Your Squats and Your Stance
Strong squat stance with perfect alignment, feet parallel, knees tracking, building lower body strength. Squats are a fundamental...

Michael King
Jan 31, 20252 min read


Pilates Fitness Friday: How to Complement Your Pilates Programme and Prevent Frozen Shoulder as an Older Adult
Fitness essentials for older adults: kettlebell, Indian clubs, towel, and water for shoulder health. Maintaining healthy shoulders is...

Michael King
Jan 24, 20253 min read


Pilates and Strength Training During Menopause: A Personalised Approach
A serene Pilates setup with weights and a pink towel, perfect for menopausal strength training. As Pilates teachers, we understand that...

Michael King
Jan 17, 20252 min read


Pilates Fitness Friday: Monitoring Your Body with Wearable Watches
Smartwatch and smartphone connection highlighting fitness tracking, heart rate monitoring, and stress management tools. In recent years,...

Michael King
Jan 10, 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


Fitness Friday: Staying Active Over the Festive Season with Pilates
Holiday-themed setting with wine and tinsel, symbolising seasonal indulgence balanced by Pilates mindfulness. The festive season is a...

Michael King
Dec 20, 20243 min read


Pilates Fitness Friday: Maximising Results with Micro Workouts
Short, powerful exercises energise the body and fit perfectly into a busy day Incorporating micro workouts, brief, high-intensity...

Michael King
Dec 13, 20242 min read


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...

Michael King
Dec 6, 20243 min read


Wellness Wednesday: Pilates and the Wellness Factor – Exploring Magnesium for Optimal Health
As Pilates teachers, we often remind our clients about the importance of balance, not just in their movement but in their overall...

Michael King
Dec 4, 20243 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 and the Holidays: Finding Joy, Balance, and a Little Champagne
The holidays have officially arrived and you can feel it in the air and see it everywhere. Christmas trees light up shop windows, festive...

Michael King
Nov 24, 20243 min read


Pilates Self-Care Saturday: 10 Ways to Boost Your Immunity for Winter
Winter is upon us, and for many of us, the change in season brings not only colder temperatures but also the need to take extra care of...

Michael King
Nov 23, 20242 min read
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