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Pilates Technique Thursday: Eccentric Work and Spring Control
Focused eccentric control as the springs support balanced, continuous movement through the Pilates method. Springs are the heart of the Pilates apparatus. They create a resistance that feels alive, unlike fixed weights. On the Reformer, the Cadillac, or any spring-based equipment, the goal is not to overpower the spring but to move with it. Romana once told me, “Fifty per cent of the work should be you and fifty per cent should be the springs.” That balance defines the method

Michael King
Nov 61 min read


Embracing Spring: Adapting Pilates Classes to Seasonal Shifts
A burst of spring blossoms symbolises renewal, energy, and the shift to brighter evenings. As spring arrives, bringing longer days and...

Michael King
Apr 22 min read
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