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Chest Curls: 3 Big Benefits

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A foundational movement in the pilates repertoire, the chest curl is a simple movement, but done effectively, it becomes one of the most powerful ways to build deep abdominal strength…

Pilates Basics: Breath & Diaphragm

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Breathing is the foundation of the original pilates method. It’s the essential driver of stability, coordination, and efficient movement. At the centre of this process is the diaphragm, the primary…

Mindset of Motivation: Finding Your Why

web-pilates October 16, 2025 No Comments

Somewhere along the way in life, motivation starts to mean something different. It’s no longer about pushing harder, sweating more, or fitting into a pair of jeans from ten years…

Pilates Basics: The Triceps

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Upper body strength and control are just as vital as core stability when it comes to movement capability for everyday life. And one of the most functionally significant yet often…

Pilates Basics: Mighty Multifidus

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When you think of your core, chances are you think of your abs. But there’s a deep, often forgotten group of muscle quietly working behind the scenes to support your…

Flexibility: Tension v Tightness

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In pilates, we often work toward “lengthening,” “opening,” and “creating space” in the body. But what exactly does this mean and how is it achieved? To enhance movement quality and…

Pilates For Bone Health? A Smart Strategy!

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When it comes to recommendations on how to maintain bone health, many people think of calcium supplements, weight training, or walking with pilates often flying under the radar. Whether you’re…

Pilates Basics: Hamstrings

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When most people think about pilates and posture, the spine and “core” immediately come to mind. But there’s one muscle group that plays a critical yet often overlooked role…

Can’t Do Long Sit? This Is Why!

web-pilates February 13, 2025 No Comments

If you’ve ever participated in a pilates mat class, you may have come across the long sit position. It sounds simple enough — sitting tall with your legs extended in…

Pilates Basics: Sit Bones

web-pilates January 31, 2025 No Comments

When we think about posture, the focus is often on the back, shoulders, or neck, but there’s a critical part of the body that plays a huge role in how…

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