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HOW TO SET YOURSELF APART AS A PILATES TEACHER

A frequent presenter at international fitness & Pilates conferences, Shelly brings a unique and fresh approach to the work of Joseph Pilates. Shelly has taught for Polestar since its inception in 1992. Since then she’s taught thousands of teachers around the world making her well positioned to share what makes the world’s best Pilates teachers.

Teaching Pilates in the Moment: How To Cultivate Presence

Four years after the birth of my second child I was eventually diagnosed with hypothyroidism and Hashimoto’s Disease. It was a long journey to get the diagnosis, as although I felt very unwell, I was regularly advised that there wasn’t anything wrong with me. So, I just presumed all my symptoms were related to being a busy mum who ran a business.

Rare Interview with Joseph Pilates 1934 – Part 1

An interview with Joseph Pilates, written for The National Weekly’s August edition 1934. Rare insights about the man who started the Pilates movement revolution and how much (or little) has changed when it comes to body image and the science of moving.

MOVE YOUR SPINE AND FEEL THE SMILE WITHIN

Four years after the birth of my second child I was eventually diagnosed with hypothyroidism and Hashimoto’s Disease. It was a long journey to get the diagnosis, as although I felt very unwell, I was regularly advised that there wasn’t anything wrong with me. So, I just presumed all my symptoms were related to being a busy mum who ran a business.

The Pilates Roll up: A How-to Guide

Four years after the birth of my second child I was eventually diagnosed with hypothyroidism and Hashimoto’s Disease. It was a long journey to get the diagnosis, as although I felt very unwell, I was regularly advised that there wasn’t anything wrong with me. So, I just presumed all my symptoms were related to being a busy mum who ran a business.

The important 4th Trimester: POSTPARTUM CONSIDERATIONS

Four years after the birth of my second child I was eventually diagnosed with hypothyroidism and Hashimoto’s Disease. It was a long journey to get the diagnosis, as although I felt very unwell, I was regularly advised that there wasn’t anything wrong with me. So, I just presumed all my symptoms were related to being a busy mum who ran a business.

Hashimoto’s Disease, Hypothyroidism & Exercise

Four years after the birth of my second child I was eventually diagnosed with hypothyroidism and Hashimoto’s Disease. It was a long journey to get the diagnosis, as although I felt very unwell, I was regularly advised that there wasn’t anything wrong with me. So, I just presumed all my symptoms were related to being a busy mum who ran a business.

Somatic Cueing: Promoting Embodiment in Our Clients

There are many ways in which we can guide our clients through movement. We can use a vast variety of verbal and tactile cues to help them change their movement habits and master increasingly complex challenges. 

DAILY PILATES rituals to compliment your workout

Improve your Pilates sessions with these daily Pilates rituals Wondering how you can boost your Pilates workouts with summer around the corner? Simple daily Pilates rituals may be one way. Daily Pilates Rituals This year I came to a realisation that small daily rituals can go a long way to making improvements to your life. […]