by mbwadminwords | Jan 24, 2020 | All Things Pilates, For the Somatically Curious
Fascia: What It Is, Why It Matters, and How We Use It in Pilates WHAT IS FASCIA? Fascia is a fibrous type of connective tissue in the human body that preserves physical shape by enclosing discrete elements such as organs and muscles. It exists throughout the entire... 
by mbwadminwords | Aug 6, 2019 | All Things Pilates
People embark on a pilates journey for many reasons. Some are wanting to heal from an injury , others to simply improve their general level of strength and fitness. But did you know that Pilates can improve your pelvic floor health too? Sometimes, after a pregnancy or... 
by mbwadminwords | Aug 6, 2019 | For the Somatically Curious, Interviews
Dear Readers, Later this year I will be teaching a course for Pilates instructors about breathing. It’s not uncommon to develop less than optimal breathing habits that become obstacles to alignment and wellbeing. To supplement my materials, I thought I’d ask the... by mbwadminwords | Jul 30, 2019 | Uncategorized
Learning Pilates is a rewarding journey that requires the dedication of both the student and the instructor. Learning Pilates is challenging, but it is a challenge that pays off in more ways than one. Pilates can teach you stamina, strength, flexibility,... by mbwadminwords | Jul 23, 2019 | Uncategorized
When you think about it, it’s no wonder that so many Americans are unfit. A lot of advertising touts the perfect body and we’re always seeing fit models prancing about on the screen, implying that we should all look like them. We may want to work hard for...
