Can you learn Pilates at home? YES I believe you can. Time is the problem with most people and committing to a weekly Pilates class. (does this sound familiar?) But the benefits of Pilates are too good to ignore, If you aren’t sure of the benefits then do check out my blog “Why you should…
Joseph Pilates recommended Pilates should be practised at least 10 minutes a day. This was to ensure that you learn the Pilates exercises and you spend time time learning technique so that you can perform the exercises as best as you can for your body and mind. BUT can 10 minutes Pilates a day (or…
Balance Balance is something we take for granted when we are young. But as we get older our balance deteriorates due to losing muscle strength and joint flexibility, reduced vision and reaction time. Reduction in balance can also be caused by Parkinson’s or neurological disorders Fear of falling and higher risk of injuries stops people…
September, the beginning of the new school year. Sometimes it feels like the beginning of a New Year. However you feel about it, it’s a great time to take a look at your Pilates practice For those of you have been doing Pilates classes or at home for a long time how after do you…
How to improve your Pilates practice at home and make it worthwhile! If you do practice your Pilates at home, this is great news. The hardest part is getting into a habit an making time for you. But once it does become a habit, it is easy to fit into your daily routine. Do you…
Pilates and the Principles of Pilates Pilates has developed over the years since Joseph Pilates died on 9th October 1967. Find out more about Joseph Pilates in our First blog HERE The main focus of Pilates the 6 guiding principles of Pilates, although not defined by Joseph Pilates himself is widely believed to encapsulate all…
Working all day then dealing with kids when you get home, any thoughts of exercise or bringing movement into your day just go out the window. It’s the summer holidays, routines are different and exercise is the last thing you think about doing. End of the day In reality by the end of the…
Joseph Pilates – founder of Pilates Joseph Pilates the founder of Pilates was born in Germany but moved to England before the first world war. He was a circus performer and a boxer. He has various illness throughout his childhood which made him more determined to overcome these with his fitness. During the first world…
How to motivate yourself to do your Pilates Practice at home It’s hard to stay motivated to do your Pilates practice especially during the school holidays. Sometimes it is just easier not to exercise and then you get out of the habit, feel horrible and a whole cycle occurs before you can get back to…
Is Pilates good for Cyclists? YES…. Pilates is good for cyclists. With the Tour De France well underway and with this glorious summer weather. More and more people are out on their bikes. Using it as a great way to keep fit. Which it is, but as with most sports these days it’s not all…