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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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Movement Monday: The Rolling Jackknife – A Pilates Preparation for Mastering the Jackknife
In this week’s Movement Monday, we’re diving into a unique approach to mastering one of Pilates’ most challenging movements—the...

Michael King
Nov 4, 20242 min read
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Pilates Soulful Sunday: Embracing Ageing and Change
As we grow older, life presents us with an ever-evolving landscape of changes. From career shifts and family transitions to health...

Michael King
Nov 3, 20243 min read
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Pilates Self-Care Saturday: Finding Restful Sleep Through Body Awareness and Relaxation Techniques
As Pilates teachers, we understand the importance of rest and recovery in our clients’ lives, yet many of us struggle to get truly...

Michael King
Nov 2, 20244 min read
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Pilates Fitness Friday: Discovering the Benefits of Conscious Walking as a Complement to Pilates
As Pilates teachers, we’re all too aware that Pilates provides phenomenal core control and endurance. But to truly balance our bodies, we...

Michael King
Nov 1, 20243 min read
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Pilates Technique Thursday: Encouraging Consistency Through the Basics
One of the greatest gifts we can give our clients is the understanding that consistency is more powerful than intensity. When we teach...

Michael King
Oct 31, 20243 min read
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Wellness Wednesday: Pilates Teachers Guide to Easing Eye Strain and Strengthening Vision
In today’s digitally dominated world, eye strain is a growing issue. It’s Wellness Wednesday, and as Pilates teachers, we know that...

Michael King
Oct 30, 20244 min read
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Exploring the Benefits of Mullein for Respiratory Health in Pilates Practice
In the world of wellness and holistic health, certain herbs and plants have long held a reputation for enhancing wellbeing. One such...

Michael King
Oct 29, 20243 min read
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Pilates Self-Care Saturday: Revisiting the Benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar
We’ve discussed the potential benefits of apple cider vinegar (ACV) in a previous blog, but today’s focus isn’t just a reminder of why...

Michael King
Oct 26, 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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Pilates Wellness Wednesday: The Art of Listening
In the fast-paced world we live in, it’s easy to hear, but not really listen . Today, on Wellness Wednesday, I want to explore the art of...

Michael King
Oct 23, 20242 min read
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Pilates Thoughtful Tuesday: Keeping Your Phone Safe in the Digital Age
Travelling through London, navigating the bustling streets and crowded buses and trains, I often find myself reflecting on how times have...

Michael King
Oct 22, 20243 min read
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Pilates Movement Monday: Bringing the Reformer Elephant to Matwork
For this Movement Monday, we’re exploring the Elephant , a well-loved Reformer exercise, and how to bring it into your matwork classes....

Michael King
Oct 21, 20243 min read
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Pilates Soulful Sunday: Are You a Marmite Teacher?
Today, on this Soulful Sunday, let's take a moment to pause, breathe, and reflect. Someone recently described one of the teachers in...

Michael King
Oct 20, 20242 min read
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Pilates Self-Care Saturday: What's the Deal with Sodas?
Let’s talk about soda. That bubbly, sugary, sweet stuff that seems to have its own gravitational pull. You’re trying to be healthy, but...

Michael King
Oct 19, 20242 min read
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Pilates Fitness Friday: Walking on a Flat vs. Incline: Which is Best?
When we think of walking for fitness, most of us automatically imagine a flat surface. However, many gyms offer treadmills with an...

Michael King
Oct 18, 20243 min read
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Pilates Technique Thursday: Understanding the Quality of Movement
As Pilates teachers, we often talk about the elusive "quality of movement." But what exactly does that mean when we dig deeper into...

Michael King
Oct 17, 20242 min read
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Pilates Wellness Wednesday: Blood, Sweat, and Out-of-Season Fruits
Today, while shopping at Sainsbury's, I found myself deep in thought, stuck in the blueberry aisle, comparing notes about something many...

Michael King
Oct 16, 20243 min read
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Pilates Thoughtful Tuesday: Can Different Types of Magnesium Be Taken Together?
As Pilates teachers, maintaining our own health and recovery is key to ensuring we can give our best to our clients. Magnesium, an...

Michael King
Oct 15, 20243 min read
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