Menogise: Minimising Menopause Malarkey

Menogise: Minimising Menopause Malarkey

Ageing Well, Pilates, Yoga

Looking around at the fitness classes that are available to me approaching 50, there appears to be a big jump from standard classes to silver surfer classes with not much in between. So, I have created a class that I would like to attend! Menogise is a class for women...
Why is Pilates Good For You?

Why is Pilates Good For You?

Exercise, Pilates

 What is Pilates good for? Pilates is a core strengthening exercise programme. However, there is more to Pilates than just abs exercises. Your core is a group of muscles that wrap around your torso like an old-style corset. However it is often better to think of your...
On…Practice Makes Perfect?

On…Practice Makes Perfect?

Exercise, On, Pilates

Practice only makes perfect if you are practicing perfectly! Pilates classes are one of the few exercise environments outside Personal Training where you will be personally corrected if your alignment is off or you are performing the exercise incorrectly. This is...
4 Ways To Improve Your Posture

4 Ways To Improve Your Posture

Exercise, Pilates

When we combine sitting for long periods of time with using technology we often do not have the posture we want. People often attend Pilates classes for this, but it is also helpful to do a little everyday to help counteract our lifestyles. 1.Relax your shoulders. It...
Drop in Pilates Classes Versus Blocks

Drop in Pilates Classes Versus Blocks

Exercise, Pilates

When I am creating my class plans for the block of Pilates classes. I am also creating a class plan for covering drop in classes at gyms for holiday cover. They are similar but have a number of fundamental differences. Both drop in and block class plans will follow a...