“Everyone is the architect of their own happiness.” Joseph Pilates A recent report from the University of Bristol said “We can learn to be happy, but only get lasting benefits if we keep practising”. A 10-week Science of Happiness course was set up for students in 2018. Those who took part experienced a 10-15% improvement … More Quote: Everyone is the architect…
Kyphosis describes any rounding of the upper back. Dowager’s hump is a common, if outdated, term for this rounding when applied to older women. Tech neck is the modern equivalent for this poor posture when caused by looking down at electronic devices. Some degree or rounding is normal but a curve of more than 45 … More Kyphosis aka Dowager’s Hump aka Tech Neck
James Haskell is former rugby union player. See what he has to say about Pilates on instagram below.
To avoid hurting your back when carrying heavy loads, follow the advice from the Health and Safety Executive, summarised below. Read the full HSE good handling technique guide.
If you’d like practice in-between classes, I have a selection of videos on YouTube. These are a mix of class recordings and shorter workouts. Ask me for the private links. You might also like to subscribe to a Pilates on demand service. Body Control Central offers public classes (for every level). There’s a free trial … More Pilates On Demand
Rucking is walking or hiking while carrying a weighted rucksack or backpack. It’s based on military training workouts. It’s easy to get started. Simply put some weight on your back and go for a walk. You can use anything as a weight, such as a bag of rice, books, bricks or dumbbells. Start at a comfortable … More Rucking
The foam roller is one of my favourite pieces of small equipment. You can use them to enhance your home practice as they will add an extra dimension to your workouts. You can use your foam roller to challenge stability, increase mobility, and stamina. You also perform self-myofascial release to relieve tight muscles and aid … More Foam Rollers
Thank you for completing the brief survey included with your annual renewal forms. I’ve collated your responses in this post. I’ve paraphrased your answers to keep them anonymous. The difficulty ratings that you gave for your classes were: Class Range Average Monday 9.15am 4-10 7.11 Monday 10.30am 5-6 6.00 Monday 6.45pm 6-9 7.14 Monday 8pm … More Survey Responses 2024
Singer, Harry Styles has been practicing Pilates since 2012 when he was advised to take it up to improve his posture. In 2020, he told Vogue that he practices Pilates (“I’ve got very tight hamstrings—trying to get those open”). In January 2023, he appeared in a video posted by exhalepilateslondon alongside other men to squash … More Pilates celebs: Harry Styles
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