Thinking About Trying Pilates? Here’s What You Should Know Before You Begin
From the desk of Karen Wilder, Owner of Wilder Pilates — Lenexa, KS With so many new people discovering Pilates right now, I want to …
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Lessons from My Pilgrimage: What Rome and Assisi Taught Me About Practice
This fall, I had the gift of traveling to Italy for a pilgrimage through Rome and Assisi during the Jubilee Year. It was a journey …
Fixing Your Alignment in Pilates: Awareness is the Superpower
In class today, I told my clients, “If you know about it, you can fix it.”That one simple sentence captures one of the greatest gifts …
Coordination Part 1. Slow is the New Strong: The Flow of Coordination
Let’s slow things down for a minute. No, really—slow it down, slow is flow… Flow, one of the guiding principles of Pilates, is often misunderstood …
Building Muscle Mass After 50 with Pilates: Strength Without Bulk
As we age, maintaining muscle mass becomes increasingly important for overall health, mobility, and independence. After 50, the body naturally loses muscle due to hormonal …
Creating Resistance for a Deeper Stretch: The Secret Ingredient to Getting More from your Pilates Practice
If you’ve been practicing Pilates for a while, you may have heard about the importance of creating resistance within the body to achieve a deeper …
Why I Chose Classical Pilates—and Why It’s the Best for Your Body
My Journey to Classical Pilates My Pilates journey had plenty of twists, turns and changed directions. It was a road of exploration to find the …
8 Experts Tips to Overcome Procrastination
Are you struggling with staying on track with your goals? The start of a new year often feels like the perfect time to set big …
Unlocking the Power of Muscle Memory: The Role of Classical Order in Pilates
When it comes to Pilates, muscle memory is a crucial concept that can transform your practice and enhance your overall wellness. As someone who transitioned …
Discovering the Essence of Pilates: It’s More Than Just Exercise
In the world of fitness and wellness, Pilates stands out not just as a series of exercises, but as a transformative practice that centers around …
