Change your lifestyle to change how your body ages.   We have the potential to live longer and healthier than ever before. It is completely possible to maintain your Pilates body despite your biology. However, it requires some mindfulness, discipline and time...

Pilates can help you correct typical misalignments.  One of the benefits of Pilates is that it can help you correct common misalignments. If you’re trying to make the corrections on your own, start by identifying the parts that need to be realigned. Facing Front Stand...

How to modify your Pilates practice for back pain.   The latest research supports the benefits of exercise for overcoming back pain. Pilates can be particularly beneficial because it strengthens the core muscles needed to support your back and promotes balanced...

Use the Pilates principles to build your practice.   I’ve been introducing the Pilates principles at the start of my classes to help you develop body awareness, good form and a broader understanding of the practice. Keep the principles in mind as you move...

Props improve form and increase the challenge.   If you're new to Pilates, props will offer support. I'll often add them into a class after I see how people move. Working in proper alignmentis hard especially if your body has been conditioned for a particular...

Build core strength and balance your body. The original method was developed by Joseph Pilates and has since evolved into many different styles referred to as modern or contemporary Pilates. Given the variety of styles being taught, it’s difficult to say exactly what...