Pilates is called “Intelligent Movement” and it is not for nothing. It is not only about moving – but moving with quality. Along with my own Pilates journey, I have observed many people improving their quality of life by learning some basics concepts about how to breathe better, stand, sit, lie down, walk, lift, run,…
Okay, we choose to live in Saskatchewan and every year we talk about making it through the winters because of the amazing summers we have, and I do agree. However, the turn in temps this week and the drastic cold piercing wind make me wonder. So, if you need a little help making it though…
The relationship I’m talking about is between you and your Pilates practice. It provides you strength, flexibility, a healthy spine and ultimately a healthier you. However, just like any relationship, to succeed you must make time for it and nurture it to be successful. As a now Pilates Instructor, my relationship with my Pilates practice…
As I’ve said it in most of my mat classes when I teach Open Leg Rocker, I tell my clients- the only time I’ve ever executed this exercise with legs extended was for my test out. I stretched out my hammies good with the magic circle so my legs could extend. I just knew I…
“The mind, when housed within a healthful body, possesses a glorious sense of power.” I love Pilates Mat class. I really started loving it the stronger I became. I was never this strong when going to a gym. So it amazes me that a simple form of exercise can give me this accomplishment. Granted, I…