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Technique Thursday: Should You Point or Flex Your Feet in Pilates?
Pointing the toes enhances energy flow, elongation, and muscle activation. One of the most common questions I get from clients is: Should...

Michael King
Feb 273 min read
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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 262 min read
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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 252 min read
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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 232 min read
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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 223 min read
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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 192 min read
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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 182 min read
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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 162 min read
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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 152 min read
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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 143 min read
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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 122 min read
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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 92 min read
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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 83 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 73 min read
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Soulful Sunday: Pilates and the Kindest Person in the Room
A woman in a beige top smiles warmly while engaging in conversation at a lively venue Today, I want to talk about the best way to spot...

Michael King
Feb 22 min read
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Pilates SelfCare Saturday The Struggle of Getting Out of Bed and How Pilates Can Help
Struggling to wake up? Morning grogginess and Dysania make getting out of bed a challenge. We have all had those mornings when the...

Michael King
Feb 14 min read
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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 312 min read
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Pilates Wellness Wednesday: Mullein Tea Leaves and Their Benefits
A calming cup of mullein tea, perfect for supporting respiratory health and relaxation As Pilates teachers, we often find ourselves...

Michael King
Jan 293 min read
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Pilates Soulful Sunday: Building Resilience Through the Pilates Method
Three majestic Greek-style pillars under a blue sky symbolise strength and resilience Resilience is a quality we all admire and strive...

Michael King
Jan 263 min read
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Pilates Self Care Saturday: 10 Ways to Boost Energy and Manage Stress
A mindful walk through snow, embracing self-care and rejuvenation in the crisp winter air Yes ! we all know some of these points but it...

Michael King
Jan 253 min read
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