Xena, my Small Barrel There are 3 different barrel sizes in Pilates apparatuses. Think of the curves of the barrels being identical, just different sizes. Think of them as small, medium, and large. Or I like a royalty size theme of princess, queen, and king. With that, these blogs will be tied closely together as […]
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Frances, my Pilates Arm Chair
The Arm Chair is an apparatus that I’ve been introduced to through one of my mentorships in 2022. My very first time on this apparatus, and I was taught by the one and only MeJo Wiggin! What an incredible lifetime experience that I didn’t know I had to have in my life! The Contrology Arm […]
Eve, my Pilates C-Shaper
The C-Shaper is a tool that I’ve been introduced to through one of my mentorships in 2022. I intentionally use the word tool (not prop) because it teaches spine support in a round shape/flexion without slouching, slumping, sinking, or collapsing. When used correctly, this helps to build the abdominals to find and deepen the C […]
Sol-Luna, my Pilates Cadillac
The Contrology Cadillac is a beast in the most beautiful way possible. This apparatus is truly the full spectrum in terms of getting the most support (look at that big, long mat with springs attached from the top, bottom, AND sides, AND they can be hooked at different heights, and things at one end of […]
Delta, my Pilates Reformer
The next apparatus I named was inspired by the quote above. I felt and saw the biggest changes in my body from the reformer. I guess that’s why Joseph Pilates called it the reformer. It’s most likely the most well-known Pilates apparatus simply in terms of what the general public has seen. By definition, to […]
Dawn, my Pilates Mat
Dawn, my Mat For the next few months, I’ll write a blog per apparatus that’s available at my private studio. For those of you who have never been, or it’s been a while since you were here last, and wondering what I have for equipment now, this will give you a preview of what you’ll […]
Thutts & Squgs
Thutts & Squgs You’ve heard me use those cues. But what does it mean? Thutts = where your (th)ighs meet your b(utt) Squgs = (sq)eeze inner thighs and h(ug) your haunches in For my newsletter subscribers, this blog’s dedicated to each and every one of you. Thank YOU for the inspiration, dedication, and the support. […]
Pilates helps you do life better
Pilates helps you do life better If it’s easy, it’s probably not Pilates. You might’ve seen this fun quote on a graphic like a T-shirt or a notebook. (Un)fortunately, it’s true. Most likely, you discovered Pilates because you were looking for some movement or exercise in your life. But little did you know that it […]
No muscle left behind
No muscle left behind “Developing minor muscles naturally helps to strengthen major muscles.” ~ Joseph H. Pilates I first mentioned the above quote in this blog that I wrote, and to be honest, I’ve been thinking about this quote for more than a hot minute. Raise your hand if you thought or said out loud: […]
Pilates Transitions Are Exercises Too!
Pilates Transitions Are Exercises Too! “No man – no machine can correct or create vitality, power, or health for you; everything comes from within, you have to unfold it.” ~ Joseph Pilates Did you know there are transitions between Pilates exercises? These are exercises in and of themselves. It’s a test to see how well […]