Certified Pilates Teacher: What certification means in an unregulated profession
Pilates educator Laura Helsel discusses the vast ranges of PIlates Certification and what the term means.
A Pilates Teacher’s Struggle to Exercise
When I was a dancer in my twenties, spending 6 hours a day in the studio, someone made a comment that made no sense at the time. “You’re so lucky. At least with your job you don’t have to try to fit exercise into your life.” I shrugged. I mean how hard can it...
STOP PULLING YOUR SHOULDERS BACK AND DOWN!
This common cue can be taking you further out of alignment. The arguement for softer stability.
Bone Rhythms and the Franklin Method®
The Franklin Method® can be hard to quantify and can seem dry and technical. Here Laura aims to clarify the key elements of bone rhythms and embodiment.
The Case for Movement Efficiency
Sometimes the path to power Pilates is with a lighter core, and more release. Learn to move efficiently for the optimal results.
You love Pilates. It’s changed your life. Is teaching for you?
PP Director Laura Helsel shares her experience guiding students through Pilates training. Drawing on many interviews with hesitant registrants Laura shares her thoughts on the steps and considerations to teaching.