I’ve had lot’s of people who come to my classes having suffered with sciatica in the past and were told by their GP that doing Pilates or core strengthening exercises might benefit them. As sciatica can be caused by a variety of reasons it’s important to...
I am absolutely exaggerating the photo above. Most people do not have a perfect posture and so there are four posture types that deviate from what’s classed as normal (as demonstrated above!). I’m secretly always looking at the way people stand and move in...
If I had to pick just one favourite Pilates exercise, I think it would have to be the Shoulder Bridge. I love teaching the Pilates Shoulder Bridge and practicing myself. It’s included in almost all of the Pilates classes I teach each week, for beginners and the more...
Pilates exercises on all fours such at Cat Pedals and Leg Pull help to improve the flexibility and strength in your wrists and hands. I find a lot of people struggle in this position, particularly those who have a computer based job, because of the extra load placed...
I’ve been hearing from lots of my Pilates class members that they have been spending time outside gardening over the last few weeks. A little pottering around the garden can be a good workout and a chance to unwind, relax and have some time to yourself. However...
It’s true, you are what you eat! Your body is constantly repairing, healing and rebuilding it’s cells. Its the nutrients from the food that you eat that form the structure and function of your bones, joints, skin, hair muscles, digestive system and brain....
