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
What to Look for in a Pilates Instructor 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... by mbwadminwords | Jul 23, 2019 | Uncategorized
What Makes Pilates Unique Among Movement Systems? 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...
