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Pilates Fitness Friday: The Power of Walking for Body Change
Walking on a treadmill—simple, consistent movement that transforms posture, mood, and body shape When we talk about fitness, especially...

Michael King
May 302 min read
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Pilates Technique Thursday: Supporting a Return to Running with FAI and Menopausal Hip Pain
Post-menopausal hip discomfort can affect daily mobility and return to activities like running. As Pilates teachers, we often find...

Michael King
May 222 min read
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Pilates Soulful Sunday: The Wisdom of Slow - Learning to Appreciate the Present Moment
Embracing stillness, a woman breathes deeply, grounding herself in the present moment. In a world that often feels like it’s moving at a...

Michael King
May 183 min read
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Pilates Fitness Friday: Rebounding for Joint Health
Rebounding on a mini trampoline strengthens joints and improves stability with minimal impact. Rebounding has made a comeback—this time...

Michael King
May 161 min read
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Pilates & Metabolism: Busting the Age Myth and Boosting Energy Naturally
Age doesn’t slow you down, lifestyle does. Stay active and keep metabolism thriving Most people believe their metabolism slows down with...

Michael King
May 72 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 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 282 min read
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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 213 min read
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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 142 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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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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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 103 min read
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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
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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
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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 Fitness Friday: An Update on Training Heart Rates Around the World
As Pilates teachers, integrating a variety of exercise forms into our practice can create a more comprehensive approach to health and...

Michael King
Nov 22, 20242 min read
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Embracing Winter Walking for Pilates Teachers: A Seasonal Boost for Body and Mind
Having just moved to Scotland, I’m fully embracing the thrill of the unpredictable weather – sunny mornings, glorious in their chill,...

Michael King
Nov 15, 20242 min read
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Pilates Fitness Friday: Exploring Vibration Plates and Their Role in Fitness
As Pilates teachers, we’re constantly asked about new trends and fitness tools that are making waves in the industry. One that’s been...

Michael King
Oct 4, 20243 min read
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Pilates Technique Thursday: Understanding the Differences Between Mental, Cognitive, and Physical Fatigue
As Pilates teachers, we often encounter clients who are dealing with various forms of fatigue, and it's important to recognise that not...

Michael King
Oct 3, 20242 min read
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