Pilates: Core Activation vs. Bracing
Why harder levels don’t mean you are going to get better quicker! Pilates is a mind-body exercise technique that emphasises the importance of beginning movement from a central core of stability. The overall aims of pilates are to develop the deep, postural...
Pilates Equipment: An Overview Of The Magic Circle
What is the Magic Circle in Pilates? The magic circle is a circular shaped resistance equipment which is a popular addition to matwork pilates classes. The circle is made from a relatively flexible material and is designed to provide a variable amount of resistance,...
Here’s Why Pilates Should Be One Of Your New Year’s Resolutions
With the festivities of Christmas now over, and most likely a few extra pounds gained, it’s time for a lot of us to start considering our resolutions and goals for 2020. If this is you, then we would love to suggest that you consider including at least one Pilates...
What Can We Learn From The Origins Of Pilates?
Christmas is approaching… and so are the remaining few pilates classes in 2019. So, as we stiffly endure our 2 week break from Pilates throughout the Christmas period, this blog aims to get you through with some interesting reading about Pilates and the history...