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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
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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...

Michael King
Nov 28, 20243 min read
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Wellness Wednesday: Exploring the Link Between Cholesterol and Heart Disease
On this Wellness Wednesday, I want to extend my gratitude to our good friend Nuala Coombs for sharing a thought-provoking clip discussing...

Michael King
Nov 27, 20242 min read
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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....

Michael King
Nov 26, 20243 min read
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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...

Michael King
Nov 25, 20243 min read
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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
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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....

Michael King
Nov 21, 20243 min read
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Pilates Wellness Wednesday: Embracing Bio-Living in Your Daily Life
In today’s fast-paced world, where technology dominates our lives and convenience often trumps mindfulness, the concept of bio-living...

Michael King
Nov 20, 20243 min read
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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...

Michael King
Nov 19, 20243 min read
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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...

Michael King
Nov 18, 20243 min read
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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,...

Michael King
Nov 14, 20244 min read
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Pilates Wellness Wednesday: Embracing Short Bursts of Movement in Your Day
In the fast-paced world we live in, dedicating a full hour to Pilates each day can often feel unrealistic, even for the most dedicated...

Michael King
Nov 13, 20243 min read
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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...

Michael King
Nov 12, 20243 min read
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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...

Michael King
Nov 11, 20246 min read
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Pilates Soulful Sunday: Celebrating Ourselves as Teachers and Movers
Today, as we pause on this Pilates Soulful Sunday , let’s take a moment to reflect on the profound work we do, not only for our clients...

Michael King
Nov 10, 20242 min read
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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...

Michael King
Nov 8, 20243 min read
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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...

Michael King
Nov 7, 20242 min read
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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...

Michael King
Nov 6, 20242 min read
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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,...

Michael King
Nov 5, 20242 min read
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Understanding the Impact of the Menstrual Cycle on Core and Joint Stability in Pilates
As Pilates teachers, it's essential to understand how the menstrual cycle can affect our clients' bodies, particularly in terms of core...

Michael King
Oct 24, 20243 min read
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