“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 […]
View PostA Guide to the Polyvagal Theory for Pilates Teachers and Practitioners

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 […]
View Post5 Reasons Your Pilates Content Desperately Needs a Copyeditor

As Pilates studio owners and teachers, we often find ourselves in the position where we need to write about what we do and what we have to offer. In today’s world, it could be considered imperative if you want to build your business or make a name for yourself. Whether it’s a blog post, an […]
View PostPilates Jumpboard Jumping Defies Vertical Jumping & Gravity

By Aspasia P. Simeone(A Speculative Analysis) It would be difficult to describe Reformer jumpboard jumping to those that are unfamiliar with this activity, without a comparison first to a more common form, say various types of vertical high jumping. Even so, from the perspective of Pilates teachers or students that do participate, it would be […]
View PostThe Significance of Mat Work: How it Complements all Apparatus Work

By Aspasia P. Simeone I have studied and taught Pilates for over 20 years. I began as a certified fitness instructor when ‘strength training’ and ‘high impact aerobics’ cornered the market in the fitness arenas. Pilates did occupy a small corner so to speak in some of the popular fitness centers, but only on Mat […]
View PostHow to Stay Motivated when Doing Pilates at Home

By Lauren Mark Do you want to improve your fitness, work out more, or prioritize exercise on your 2023 goal list? As the year moves on, you might be hitting your workout stride and cementing your habits, which is fantastic! Perhaps you, like many others, need help keeping your goals and staying motivated. If this […]
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