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Fundamental Principles of Pilates

The Mystery of the Tight Hamstrings

May 17, 2016

I’m usually a woman on a mission.  Years ago I decided that I wanted to be a yogi.  We were living in Australia at the time.  My husband was busy working and I had a glorious year off from my job to do whatever I wanted.  After a couple of days of relaxing I began […]

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Oppositional Energy and The Two Way Stretch

April 6, 2016

There’s a secret ingredient to Pilates. Ready? It’s called OPPOSITIONAL ENERGY. I’ve also heard it called THE TWO WAY STRETCH. It’s transformed my practice and I hope it will bring something wonderful to yours. It’s really simple. Imagine an elastic band. You have to pull in two directions to get length. Imagine pulling on only […]

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Joseph’s Deeper Vision of Pilates

March 9, 2016

What is Pilates? I think most people would see it as a system of exercises on the mat and on some crazy looking machines that make the body stronger, longer, and more flexible. I think this answer is true but it’s sitting on the surface of something far deeper. Joseph Pilates was a visionary and […]

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Pilates Breathing

March 2, 2016

Breath equals life. It’s the first thing we do when we’re born and the last thing we do before we die. Breathing is a fundamental component of Pilates and it is essential to learn to breathe correctly. Joseph Pilates’ great focus on the breath was to cleanse the bloodstream through oxygenation. Full breaths allow you […]

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Resistance band workout 🔥🔥🔥 inspired by t Resistance band workout 🔥🔥🔥 inspired by the Pilates reformer. 

These 8 exercises are so simple to execute and SO effective.  I love them!  Simply loop your band around the leg of a heavy couch or table and you are ready to go.

Keep your waist long, your ribs down, and make sure you don’t arch your back. 

Enjoy! 
And have a great day. ❤️
Jody
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A little tune up on the Pilates reformer. 😊 Jo A little tune up on the Pilates reformer. 😊

Joseph Pilates often referred to ‘the trinity’ (the simultaneous engagement of the abdominals, glutes, and adductors) in order to create a column of strength down the centreline of the body.

I think ‘high frog’ is my favourite way to feel this concept…and it feels incredible.

Do you ever feel like you need a tune up?
What’s your go-to?
Have a great day! ❤️
Jody
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Magic circle 🔥🔥🔥 Often called the ‘Pil Magic circle 🔥🔥🔥

Often called the ‘Pilates ring’ or if you are one of my clients, the ‘ring of torture’. 😆😆 

Don’t mistake the slow pace for a lack of intensity.  This series burns in the best way possible.  I associate that deep Pilates burn with…results. 😊💪💪💪

Have a great day! ❤️
I hope this series gives you some good ideas for your workouts.
Jody
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There are endless ways to challenge the abdominals There are endless ways to challenge the abdominals on the Pilates reformer. 🔥 Here are a few of my recent fav variations. 😊 

I absolutely love the combination of studying Joseph Pilates’ original work down to the tiniest and most subtle details, and trying new fresh variations inspired by his work. ❤️ 

How about you?  Do you love new creative Pilates variations or do you feel that it’s diluting Joseph Pilates work?
I would love to hear. 😊

Have a great day! ❤️
Jody
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Daily abs with hand weights to add interest and in Daily abs with hand weights to add interest and intensity. 9 exercises🔥

You don’t need a lot of time to develop strong abdominals.  10 minutes a day is enough. 😊

It’s easy to focus on looks and waist circumference when it comes to abs but it’s nice to appreciate that they:

- allow us to move our torso in many different directions
- help support our organs
- assist with breathing
- help stabilize the spine 
- aid internal pressure management 

This routine demands pelvic stability.  Make sure you don’t collapse into your low back or arch your low back.  Strive for length even during roll ups. 

I hope have a great day! ❤️
Jody
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The Pilates Cadillac is so good for preventing and The Pilates Cadillac is so good for preventing and reducing back pain. I think it’s the combination of exercises that strengthen the abs + the back muscles, and mobilize the spine. 

Has Pilates helped you with back pain?
I’d love to hear about it. 
Have a great day! ❤️
Jody
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