This Blog was inspired by a student who has recently joined my classes as a beginner. He felt the benefits of the class 24 hours after the session then reverted back to his usual joint and back stiffness. We all want these benefits - feeling taller, pain-free and more aligned to last for longer. A weekly class isn't always enough because the body loves regular reminders rather than one big reset. Physiological Benefits of Frequent Pilates Exercise A single weekly class is a

Constantly checking our devices (phone, smartwatch) has become a modern habit many of us can’t stop doing. You ’ve just settled into a pilates class, lying on the mat, ready to breathe, focus, and move — and there it is again: the subtle buzz  on your wrist. Before you know it, your attention has darted to your smartwatch. You’ve gone from tuning into your breath to tracking your metrics or reading texts. We’ve become so accustomed to external feedback that we’ve lost the h

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FIFTH eccentric strengthening exercise for a stronger back and arms using weights...

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THIRD eccentric strengthening exercise to make your chest and tummy stronger....

SECOND eccentric strengthening exercise to make your lower body stronger....

FIRST eccentric strengthening exercise to make your back stronger...