Many Pilates trainers and students of the method treat Pilates as a way of life. It's more than just a workout. I tend to take what I do for granted. I've been at this over 22 years now and I live it daily. I forget that not everyone has had the Pilates experience. Joseph Pilates created this wonderful system and referred it to it as "Contrology". Often times you will find that there are six basic principles that we adhere to when teaching. Concentration Pilates is min

This is one of the first questions that I get asked by a new client. In order to see and feel results it's best to do Pilates 2-3 times a week. Pilates is a form of exercise that is a learning process. When a client first comes in for an intro, I inform them that there are three main components that they will be learning about. These are.... 1. Learning to do the movements. 2. Learning the muscles used to do those movements. 3. And the breathing. Most clients that start off w

Today let's dissect another hard to perform exercise....the fold-up teaser. Since this one falls towards the end of the matwork repetoire, we need all the mental and physical energy possible to complete it. First start lying down on your back, legs straight out in first position (parallel is also an option) with the arms stretched over the head. The back is gently flattening down into the mat. Start by lifting the arms up to the ceiling and rolling the torso about halfway and

Most people have problems starting up a new fitness program. It can often be intimidating and scary. The beauty of Pilates is that it is addictive after you get started! People generally feel better after working out when their endorphins are going high. The benefits of Pilates are endless. Most clients start feeling better as a whole both physically and mentally. They stand up straighter and have improved posture, clothes start to fit better, they gain strength to carry out