Exercise classes can be so tricky to cater to a wide variety of clients, because one size definitely does not fit all! Teaching classes on an online platform can be challenging because of this. It is hard to program for people that you do not see moving in front of you. In a face-to-face setting […]
If you take one of my classes in person or online, you will very rarely hear me use the word ‘stretch’. It has taken me some time to adjust my language, because stretching has been a huge part of our lives for years! Throughout my childhood playing lots of sports, we always warmed up and […]
Sometimes I feel that the world of social media adds more pressure on us to look a certain way. I do find that the Pilates community, especially on Instagram, can be incredibly encouraging and supportive. On many occasions I have had positive comments from well-known Pilates instructors that I do not know, and I too […]
The last fifteen months have extended beyond anyone’s wildest beliefs. Two years ago, none of us could have foreseen the amount of time we would spend at home or even contemplate the idea of being in lockdown. Fast forward to mid-2021 and our lives have changed forever. For some, the slower pace, fewer social engagements […]
I love Pilates and am passionate about the amazing effect that it can have on one’s body. However, when I first practiced Pilates in my early 20s, I didn’t feel the same way. I was a member of a gym that had a range of different fitness classes, including Pilates, and there was such a […]