Why Do Pilates? – Your Pilates Questions Answered
An FAQ for Pilates.
This is a site of Pilates articles written over the years on different topics related to Pilates. As the Pilates industry has evolved, so have the topics in the articles. Enjoy and let me know of any other topics related to Pilates you want to read more about.
The source of pain can be varied and very frustrating to determine. Whether from injury, chronic tension, poor posture or any other reason, it’s too easy to hope it goes away. Unfortunately, pain rarely goes away for good. Pilates for rehabilitation and injury prevention offers a powerful, low-impact way to address pain. If you’re wondering […]
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Pilates is more than a workout. Pilates supports whole body health, fitness and wellness. It’s a movement system that helps you connect to your body, improve your fitness, and support your mental and emotional wellness. Whether you’re just starting or you’re deep into your practice, it’s helpful to understand how Pilates fits into a holistic […]
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Pilates is more than just a fitness trend; it’s a mind-body practice based on the principles of Joseph Pilates. These include breath, concentration, centering, control, precision, and flow, all leading to greater body awareness. Whether you’re recovering from an injury, seeking better core support, or curious about how Pilates can benefit you, there are Pilates […]
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Pilates is more than just exercise. It is a movement philosophy and practice. The principles of Pilates include breath, concentration, control, precision, centering and flow. These principles are what make Pilates a good form of cross-training for sports, whether indoor or outdoor, winter or summer. From dancers and martial artists to skiers, cyclists, and pickleball […]
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The world is moving so fast around us that it’s hard to keep up with everything and all the stimuli around us. Finding balance both in our body and mind is so much more important now than ever. Being able to disconnect or at least reduce the effect of all stimuli and information being pushed […]
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Pilates has grown in popularity the past few years and so has pickleball. Pilates and pickleball together are the perfect combintation for injury prevention and more enjoyable play. But first, what is pickleball? What is Pickleball and How Did It Begin? Pickleball has become popular over the past few years and is rising popularity. It […]
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Good posture isn’t just about standing tall-it’s about feeling your best, moving with ease, and taking care of your body as you go through life. Pilates is an effective way to improve posture, strengthen your core, and a great additional to your lifestyle to create lasting, positive change in your body and daily life. This […]
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The Hero’s Challenge: Bringing a dying pilates Studio back to life Emma, is a dedicated and passionate Pilates Instructor turned Pilates studio owner. She pours her heart and soul into her business. She envisioned a space where people could find strength, balance, and community. It was working. Her grand opening was a success, and memberships […]
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The journey to becoming a Pilates instructor is so varied. Instructors end up coming from different backgrounds and career backgrounds. And each of these people brings their unique perspective, skill set, and approach to teaching. Below, are a few different Pilates instructor personas and their possible teaching style. The Group Fitness Instructor Turned Pilates Instructor […]
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Pilates attracts a wide range of people, each with their own motivations, fitness levels, and goals. Understanding these personas can help studios tailor classes to meet the needs of their clientele and even determine who they want to attract to their studio. Below, we explore some of the different customer personas in the Pilates industry. […]
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