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Technique Thursday Pilates Start with Intention
Teacher and client connecting at the start of a Pilates session to set intentions It can be easy to get swept up in the flow of...

Michael King
May 12 min read
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Pilates Thoughtful Tuesday: Swearing, Stress, and Longevity
Expressing emotions healthily, even with a swear word, can boost resilience and longevity I’ll begin with something many of you already...

Michael King
Apr 292 min read
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Pilates Soulful Sunday Making Time not Finding Time
A simple wall clock reminds us that time is made, not found, for self-care. One of the hardest things I have found both for myself and...

Michael King
Apr 273 min read
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Pilates Technique Thursday: You Are the Chef of Your Pilates Session
A Pilates-inspired kitchen scene blending the six principles with wholesome movement ingredients. One of the things I always remind...

Michael King
Apr 243 min read
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Pilates Thoughtful Tuesday: The Energy We Bring into the Room
Calm, present, and ready—your energy sets the tone for every Pilates session. As Pilates teachers, we spend a great deal of time...

Michael King
Apr 222 min read
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Pilates Fitness Friday: The Science of Soreness – What’s Normal and What’s Not?
Experiencing leg discomfort, illustrating slower recovery and the effects of DOMS I’ve always loved teaching Barre class. There’s...

Michael King
Apr 182 min read
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Pilates Technique Thursday: How to Spot Hidden Tension in the Body
Hidden tension often shows in the shoulders before we realise it is even there One of the hallmarks of a great Pilates teacher is the...

Michael King
Apr 173 min read
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Pilates Wellness Wednesday: Supporting the Lymphatic System Through Movement
A detailed illustration of the human lymphatic system highlighting pathways that benefit from Pilates movement. When we talk about...

Michael King
Apr 162 min read
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Pilates Soulful Sunday: The Silver Generation Is Not Coming It Is Already Here
Graceful and empowered, the silver generation embraces strength, wellness, and beauty at every age. There is a quiet revolution...

Michael King
Apr 132 min read
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Self-Care Saturday: Embracing the Doorway Effect in Pilates Practice
Each doorway represents a chance to pause, reset, and move forward with awareness. Happy Self-Care Saturday, fellow Pilates teachers!...

Michael King
Apr 122 min read
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Pilates Technique Thursday: Training the Mind as Well as the Body
Visualising the power of mindset—train the brain like you train the body in Pilates As Pilates teachers we are trained to look at posture...

Michael King
Apr 103 min read
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Pilates Wellness Wednesday: How to Monitor Mental Fatigue
When the body shows up but the mind checks out—time to reset and refocus. As Pilates teachers, we’re trained to notice physical...

Michael King
Apr 92 min read
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Pilates Soulful Sunday: The Difference Between Method Pilates and Fitness Pilates
A visual divide between Method Pilates and Fitness Pilates—two approaches, one method What sets apart a true Pilates method teacher? It’s...

Michael King
Apr 62 min read
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Pilates Self Care Saturday: Self Spring Clean
Spring clean your habits – it’s time to toss out the winter comforts holding you back. As spring begins to bloom around us, it's not just...

Michael King
Apr 52 min read
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Pilates Technique Thursday: The Art of Preparations & Transitions
Pilates students prepare with focus and control before movement begins, embodying mindful transitions. When we talk about technique in...

Michael King
Apr 32 min read
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Pilates Training Smart: It’s Not About Working Harder, It’s About Working Wiser
Smart training means knowing when to rest, reset, and recharge for long-term progress. As Pilates teachers, we often encounter the client...

Michael King
Apr 12 min read
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Pilates Technique Thursday: Parkinson's and the Power of Movement
Gentle care and support for a Parkinson's client highlighting the importance of movement and therapy On Tuesday I returned back up to...

Michael King
Mar 272 min read
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Pilates Thoughtful Tuesday: How Much is Too Much Help?
Pilates teacher offers support, allowing the client space to explore and refine their movement. As Pilates teachers, our natural instinct...

Michael King
Mar 252 min read
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Pilates Movement Monday: Exploring the Lower Body Lunge on the Reformer
Focused control and balance in a Reformer lunge, lengthening through the full kinetic chain. When it comes to closing a session with...

Michael King
Mar 243 min read
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Pilates Technique Thursday Finding Control in Fast Paced Reformer Training
Controlled effort beats speed  – Just like Pilates, true strength comes from precision, not momentum. With the rise of dynamic Reformer...

Michael King
Mar 202 min read
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