Pilates Students' Manual
Episodes
90 episodes
Getting Out Of Your Comfort Zone
Today's episode looks at the value of trying new things, taking classes with different teachers, and exploring movement in a variety of modalities. You don't have to be an expert in every type of exercise to to enjoy it! I want to...
All About The Shoulder
Curious about the shoulder and how teachers think about the shoulder in Pilates? Tune in to hear about the structure of the shoulder, how it moves, some shoulder myths and more!I want to hear from you! Share your thoughts and follow the...
A Closer Look At The Roll Up
This week we're breaking down the roll up exercise. Whether you're just getting started or a roll up pro, tune in to hear some tips and tricks to improve, befriend, and explore the challenging roll up exercise from mat Pilates. I ...
Choosing The Best Class Level For You
Curious about class levels at Club Pilates, or what constitutes a beginner, intermediate, or advanced exercise? Tune in to learn about levels in classical and contemporary classes, for mat and reformer, and how to choose the best class level fo...
Pilates Students' Manual is Back
Welcome back to Season 4 of Pilates Students' Manual! Tune in for some thank yous, some big updates to the podcast studio, and a sneak peak of the new season! Starting this season, the podcast will follow a biweekly posting schedule, with the n...
Pilates in Daily Life
How does the work you do in your Pilates class apply to your daily life? It has real physical and tangible applications, but it can also impact your life in larger ways. Tune in to learn more! I want to hear from you! Share ...
Less Common Pilates Equipment
Today we dive in the world of less common Pilates equipment, and there's some weird ones. Learn what they are, what they do, and why they're an important accessory to your Pilates practice! I want to hear from you! Share your thou...
Common Pilates Equipment
Today's episode explores pieces of Pilates equipment that are commonly used in classes, both in the studio and at home. I discuss the mat, reformer, chair, Cadillac, tower, springboard, ladder barrel, and magic circle. Stay tuned for the next e...
Classical and Contemporary Pilates
Tune in to hear more about different styles of Pilates! Learning about different styles will help you when you're looking at studios or classes. One style might resonate with you, and that's great. Happy moving! I want to hear fro...
Special Guest - Sonja R. Price Herbert
Tune in for the second half of my conversation with Sonja R. Price Herbert about all things Pilates. She shares her perspective on classical Pilates, Joe's legacy, what makes a good Pilates teacher, and what she wishes she knew when she started...
Season 2 Wrap Up
Here's a quick wrap up of Season 2 of Pilates Students' Manual. I'll see you with brand new episodes on January 8th, 2021. Have a lovely holiday season! I want to hear from you! Share your thoughts and follow the podcast on I...
Your Guide to Doing Pilates During the Holiday Season
The holidays can be busy, stressful, and hectic, but doing Pilates can help! It can't stop the stress, but it can give you some time to connect to yourself through movement. Check out these tips for building your Pilates practice in the holiday...
What Joseph Pilates Got Wrong (and Right)
Joseph Pilates created a wonderful system of movement and exercise that continues to inspire students and teachers alike. While parts of his program are truly visionary, several of his beliefs have not turned out to be true. Today I look at Jos...
A Closer Look at the Ab Series
Today we break the ab series down into doable pieces, find the real focus of the exercises, and workshop that pesky chest lift. This is definitely a series of exercises you'll be working on in your classes, so you can apply these tips and trick...
Flexibility, Mobility, and Hypermobility
Today we're discussing flexibility, mobility, and hypermobility. The great news is, whether you're looking to become more flexible or find more stability in hypermobile joints, Pilates can help. Tune in to hear some tips to help you meet your g...
Pilates and Active Aging
This week's episode looks at active aging, what it is, why it's important to think about, and how Pilates can meet you at all ages and abilities. I look at how the body ages and how Pilates addresses common concerns around aging and can help ke...
A Closer Look at Bridging
What three exercises would you take with you on a deserted island? I'd definitely bring this one. Today's episode is an exercise breakdown of bridging, or the pelvic curl. I share why it's so good for your body, tips to bridge your best, and sh...
Benefits of Pilates for Runners
No exercise system ticks all the boxes for movement health. However, running and Pilates go so well together, and working with both modalities together can create a more complete picture of movement health. Still not so sure? Tune in to learn m...
Learning to Listen to Your Body
Listening to your body may sound intimidating or even impossible, so I've got a few tricks to make it more accessible. Paying attention to what's going on inside is important and can add new layers of discovery to our Pilates practice, but usin...
All About the Hip
The hip is an incredible, beautiful, and complex joint in the human body. Learn what it does, how it works (and sometimes doesn't) and ways that Pilates helps keep hips happy! I want to hear from you! Share your thoughts and follo...
Caged Lion and the Magnetism of Pilates
I just finished Caged Lion by John Howard Steel and it is full of information and stories that may interest you as a student. If you're curious about where Pilates came from, what Joe Pilates was like, and how Pilates has survived and evolved o...