5 Benefits of Private Pilates Classes You Didn’t Know
PILATES COLOURS Discover the top 5 benefits of private Pilates sessions you didn’t know! Learn how personalized attention, faster progress, tailored modifications, and focused goals can transform your Pilates practice and accelerate your journey to fitness success Personalized Attention: How One-on-One Instruction Enhances Your Practice When it comes to Pilates, personalized attention can be a […]
Your Pelvis and Pilates
Congratulations! Congratulations on completing your first Pilates Class! Were you surprised when your Instructor mentioned your bones? You might be wondering how important your skeletal alignment is during Pilates Classes. Well, if you’re working with an Instructor trained in a contemporary school of Pilates, such as STOTT Pilates, then for each and every one of […]
Your First Pilates Class: How to Prepare
PILATES COLOURS Welcome to the wonderful world of Pilates! Whether you’re looking to strengthen your core, improve your flexibility, or simply find a new way to move, your first Pilates class is an exciting step. Here’s everything you need to know to get prepared and make the most out of your first Pilates class experience. […]
How to Choose the Best Pilates Studio for You
PILATES COLOURS Choosing the right Pilates studio is like finding the perfect pair of shoes—it has to fit just right! With so many options out there, how do you pick the one that’s perfect for you? Whether you’re diving into private sessions or looking for a cozy duo class with a friend, the right studio […]
What does “neutral” mean in Pilates?
One of the terms you might hear a lot during Pilates classes is “neutral.” But what does it mean? If you have a Pilates Instructor from the STOTT lineage, like me, you’ll be told that your lower back (lumbar spine), ribcage (thoracic spine), and neck (cervical spine) all have postures that are neutral, or which […]
Prepping for Zoom Pilates Classes
Congratulations on signing up for Virtual Pilates Classes! And if you didn’t, it’s great that you’re exploring this avenue. Not everyone has the means to travel to a Pilates Studio. Read the tips below so you can avoid annoying technical difficulties and you’re ready to move with peace of mind. Your Room Tech
Breathing in Pilates: The Power of Lateral Ribcage Breathing
PILATES COLOURS Breathing is something we do naturally, but in Pilates, how you breathe makes a world of difference. Specifically, Pilates uses a technique called lateral ribcage breathing, which might sound fancy but is actually quite simple—and incredibly effective. This type of breathing isn’t just for Pilates; it can be beneficial in other athletic activities […]
Exploring the Breath
The beginning Let’s start with the warm moist facts of breathing. Most experts agree that it starts at the nose, a sort of ant hill in the middle of your face. Like an ant hill, it’s filled with cavities, though these cavities aren’t made in dirt and sand – they’re made in our heads and […]