Modern wellness embodies a comprehensive perspective on health and vitality, addressing not only physical fitness but also mental and emotional well-being. It represents a proactive approach to self-care that embraces a wide range of practices and modalities, from nutrition and exercise to mindfulness and stress management. Modern wellness emphasizes the importance of holistic well-being, recognizing […]
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Is it easy to go from a small home studio owner to a Host Studio for one of the most prestigious Pilates Teacher Training Programs? Is it easy to make this happen in 2-3 years? While having a family life and a small child with special needs? Most people would say that it is not […]
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By Cheryl Murphy Although seldom mentioned, for most of us, (instructor or client) one of the “aha moments” after a few Pilates sessions may be how it gets the digestive tract up and flowing. It’s no secret that many of us struggle with the woes of the gut. But truth be told, 88% of all diseases […]
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By Darien Gold Recently, my sister asked me what type of student was the most rewarding to teach. I didn’t even have to think about it — a professional athlete or a professional dancer, highly physically conditioned and very motivated. When she probed a little deeper though, I realized something quite profound. Actually, it wasn’t […]
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“Well … THAT sure looks risky!” I started to envision the potential consequences of doing something that could cause a huge legal headache. If it’s proper, I say something. I started as an Attorney in 1995 (I still am one, by the way). It was such an ugly business, that I decided to transition into […]
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By Anne Bishop and Chantill Lopez How Breath, Movement, and Awareness is the Connection for a Resilient Nervous System “We can learn to regulate our nervous system through practices such as mindfulness, breathwork, and movement.” (Dana, 2018, p. 5) Although this is not the description of Pilates the overlap between Polyvagal Theory (PVT) and Pilates […]
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