I have practiced yoga since my teens and Pilates since my thirties. I choose to become a Pilates teacher because I felt that Pilates had done more to improve my posture, overall strength and generally transform my body. I wanted to learn more about it and to help others to do the same. I still … More Pilates and Yoga
When you’re depressed, you might feel you don’t have enough energy to exercise. However, exercise can boost your mood, especially if you have mild to moderate depression. All types of exercise can be helpful. Find something you enjoy, so you can do it regularly. Pilates is low-impact and exercises can be adapted to suit your … More Exercise for Depression
Reese Witherspoon is one of several celebs listed in those who love Pilates, having been going for several years. She credits Pilates, Yoga and diet for keeping her body ageless. Read more at https://blog.clubpilates.com/15-celebrities-who-love-Pilates.
The mind, when housed within a healthful body, possesses a glorious sense of power. Joseph Pilates
As we get older, getting up off the floor can become difficult. If you fall and are unable to get up, you may not be able to call for help. The exercises we do in class will help with balance for falls prevention and to maintain your strength and mobility to help you get up. … More Exercises to help with getting up off the floor
As we get older, getting out of the bath can become difficult. If you don’t want to switch to showers or aren’t ready to splash out on a ‘bath lift’ device, exercise can help. The aim is to maintain your strength, mobility and balance. The exercises we do in class share these aims. The exercises … More Exercises to help with getting out of the bath
EMD UK (Exercise Music Dance) is the national governing body for group exercise. It has recently completed a report showing a massive £5.3 billion of social and economic benefit is generated through group exercise. This figures reflects improved health and wellbeing; stronger and better-connected communities; and economic growth. Over 10.6 million adults participate in group … More Social Value of Group Exercise
Established in 1969, Backcare is the charity dedicated to helping people overcome back pain. Having achieved the Level 4 Physical Activity and Lifestyle Strategies for Managing Low Back Pain, I am member. Below are links to three of their publications. I have plenty of copies of the Active Back Care booklet. Please ask if you’d … More Backcare Booklets
The Pilates method was developed by Joseph Pilates in the 20th Century. Pilates method teachers adhere to the principles he set out and follow the exercise repertoire he established, tailoring exercise choices and variations to their clients. Pilates fitness classes are those in which Pilates exercises, principles and sometimes equipment like the reformer, have been … More Method Pilates Vs Fitness Pilates
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