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Discover your Flow in Pilates
"Flow is a state in which people are so involved in an activity that nothing else seems to matter." - Katie Crane Beneath the routine of daily life, there's a magnetism drawing us to something dynamic, something that harmonizes the mind and body. For many, this attraction is met by the graceful practice of Pilates. More than just exercise, Pilates is a gateway to a state [...]
Elevate Your Pilates Journey with the Essential Breath Principle
The Harmonious Connection Between Movement and Breath To those who haven't tried it, Pilates might just seem like a bunch of complex poses with fancy names. Yet, for those who've experienced the fluid, controlled movements of Pilates, it's nothing short of an art form. It's like watching a musician breathe life into a melody—every breath and motion in perfect harmony. Now, imagine that harmony on the [...]
Energize Your Pilates Journey with the Power of Breathing
Diving into the heart of Pilates, it's clear that the breath isn't just a side note—it's the core of the entire practice. It's like unlocking a secret level in your workout, where every inhale and exhale propels you further, shaping not just your body, but your mind's resilience. Exploring the Harmonious Connection Between Movement and Breath Pilates might look like just a bunch of poses with [...]
Exploring Pilates: Understanding Its Core Principles
In one of our episodes in The Pilates Lounge, we discussed the Principles of Pilates. The Pilates Lounge is your sanctuary for achieving balance, breath, and mindful movement. I am Katie, your guide on this transformative journey into Pilates—a method that transcends mere exercise to celebrate the capabilities of our bodies. Within the calming ambiance of our studio, under the soft studio lights, a tangible energy [...]
Choosing the Right Pilates Reformer Class for You | Encore Pilates and Wellness
Ready to take your fitness journey to the next level? Learn how to choose the perfect Pilates reformer class for your body and goals with our expert tips. Whether you're new to Pilates or ready to elevate your practice, Encore is here to guide you. We recognise the importance of choosing the right class level for your growth and development in Pilates. Our classes cater to [...]
The 6 guiding principles of Pilates
The essence of Pilates, the principles that drive our practice, and the wisdom of Joseph Pilates and his students. Joe Pilates work was built upon three fundamental principles: Breath, whole-body health, and whole-body commitment, encompassing mind, body, and spirit. These principles are the foundation of everything we do in Pilates. Mary Bowen, who was one of Joe and Clara's students apparently recalls Joe emphasizing the most important principle [...]
How to Keep Your Knees Healthy with Pilates
If you suffer from knee pain or want to prevent knee injuries, you might want to consider adding Pilates to your fitness routine. Pilates is a system of exercises that focuses on strengthening the core, improving posture, and enhancing flexibility. It can also help you keep your knees healthy by addressing the common causes and risk factors of knee problems. What Causes Knee Problems? The knee [...]
The Ultimate Peanut Butter Protein Bar Recipe for Healthier Snack
Who doesn't love a good, satisfying snack? But often, those store-bought snacks are filled with sugar and other unhealthy ingredients, leaving us feeling sluggish and guilty. That's why we're sharing an easy-to-make protein bar recipe that you can customise to your liking and that will leave you feeling energised and satisfied. This peanut butter protein bar recipe is perfect for all you peanut butter lovers out [...]
How to Spice Up your Pilates Routine with a Wall
Are you bored of doing the same old Pilates exercises on the mat or the reformer? Do you want to spice up your routine and add some variety and challenge to your workouts? If so, you might want to try wall Pilates. Wall Pilates is a form of Pilates that uses the wall as a prop to enhance the exercises and add resistance. It’s a great [...]
Wall Pilates: The Ultimate Workout for your Body and Mind
What is Wall Pilates? Wall Pilates is a variation of Pilates that uses the wall as a prop to support or challenge your body during the exercises. The wall can help you to achieve proper alignment, balance, and stability, as well as increase the intensity and range of motion of the movements. Wall Pilates can also help you to target specific muscle groups, such as the [...]