Movement Monday: Exploring the Arabesque on the Pilates Reformer
When it comes to Pilates, the Reformer offers an expansive playground for exploring movement, balance, and strength. One exercise that...
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Michael King
Aug 172 min read
Pilates Self-Care Saturday: A One-Day Reset for Mind, Body, and Spirit
As Pilates teachers, we spend much of our time guiding others towards their wellness goals, but it's essential to remember that our own...
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Michael King
Aug 163 min read
Pilates Fitness Friday: Nutrition Tips for Men Over 50—and Those Who Love Them
On this Pilates Fitness Friday, we’re shifting our focus to a crucial aspect of overall wellness: nutrition. While Pilates helps us stay...
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Michael King
Aug 152 min read
Technique Thursday : The Art of Hands-On Adjustments in Pilates
In the world of Pilates, the touch of a teacher is an ethereal force, an unseen hand that orchestrates the subtle symphony of body and...
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Michael King
Aug 142 min read
Wellness Wednesday: Pilates and the Power of Magnesium
As Pilates teachers, we’re always looking for ways to support the overall wellness of our clients, and that includes paying close...
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Michael King
Aug 132 min read
Thoughtful Tuesday: The Secret Language of Plants and Pilates
As Pilates teachers, we often speak of body awareness, the importance of breath, and the connection between mind and movement. Today, I...
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Michael King
Aug 123 min read
Movement Monday: Elevating the Pilates Shoulder Bridge with the Stability Ball
As Pilates teachers, we constantly seek ways to challenge and engage our clients, whether in a group setting or during personal training...
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Michael King
Aug 102 min read
Pilates Self-Care Saturday: Managing Headaches with an Osteopath's Insight
Headaches are an all-too-common ailment that can disrupt our daily lives and affect our ability to teach and practise Pilates...
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Michael King
Aug 93 min read
Pilates Fitness Friday: The Best Time to Do a Cardio Workout
As Pilates teachers, we understand the importance of a well-rounded fitness routine that includes strength training, flexibility, and...
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Michael King
Aug 83 min read
Technique Thursday: The Art of Asking Open-Ended Questions in Pilates
As Pilates teachers, one of our core responsibilities is to understand our clients' needs, limitations, and goals. This understanding...
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Michael King
Aug 72 min read
Pilates and EMDR: Unlocking the Power of Neuroplasticity
As Pilates teachers, we understand the profound connection between the mind and body. Recently, I discovered a therapeutic technique that...
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Michael King
Aug 62 min read
Pilates Thoughtful Tuesday: Lengthening the Psoas - A Journey
As Pilates teachers, we often encounter tight muscles, and for me, the psoas has always been a particularly persistent issue. My journey...
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Michael King
Aug 52 min read
Pilates Movement Monday: Mastering the Long Back Stretch on the Reformer
Welcome to another Movement Monday! Today, we delve into the intricacies of the Long Back Stretch, a vital component of the Long Stretch...
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Michael King
Aug 42 min read
Understanding the Power of Thoughts: A Soulful Sunday Reflection for Pilates Teachers
One of the most vital lessons we can learn in life is that the primary cause of unhappiness is not the situation itself, but rather our...
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Michael King
Aug 22 min read
Fitness Friday: Walking for Cardio with Pilates Principles
As Pilates teachers, we know that the Pilates method goes beyond the studio, extending its benefits to our everyday movements. Walking is...
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Michael King
Aug 12 min read
Technique Thursday: Promoting the Full Traditional Pilates Studio Experience
Hello Pilates teachers, Today on Technique Thursday, I want to address a topic that has been coming up quite frequently in my...
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Michael King
Jul 312 min read
Pilates Wellness Wednesday: The Surprising Benefits of Cheese for Mental Health and Aging
Recent research has brought to light a surprising discovery: eating cheese may play a crucial role in promoting healthy aging and mental...
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Michael King
Jul 302 min read
Thoughtful Tuesday: Embrace Diversity and Expand Your Horizons in Pilates
Today, as the world watches the political rivalry unfolding in the US, I find myself reflecting on the parallels within our own Pilates...
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Michael King
Jul 292 min read
Movement Monday: Mastering the Climb-a-Tree in Pilates
Welcome to another edition of Movement Monday! Today, we're diving into a classic Pilates exercise that exemplifies the full-body...
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Michael King
Jul 283 min read
Pilates Soulful Sunday: Let Go of Your Bag of Rocks
As we reflect on the week that's passed and look ahead to the week that’s about to begin, it’s a perfect moment to remind ourselves about...
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