Can’t get to a class? Don’t worry.
Can’t get the gym as often as you’d like? Don’t worry! Move with mindfulness throughout your day and see how keeping moving will give you energy, stop the aches and pains and help you maintain your muscle tone..
How to Get the Most out of Your Pilates Workouts
Here are my best tips for getting the most out of your Pilates time. Using these helpful ideas will help you make your Pilates session effective and you’ll reap the benefits of your exercise time.
Have the wobbles?
Feel strong and stable with good balance. Pilates can help! Ankle strength, a strong core and stable hips will keep you balanced and centred.
The ‘ All or Nothing’ Approach
I see my Pilates clients do best, when they are kind to themselves and listen to their bodies. Learn to eat and move intuitively. A balanced approach to exercise, taking into consideration your lifestyle, commitments and timeframe will set you up for success.
Cleaning your Pilates Mat
It’s important to keep your Pilates mat clean. Here is a natural solution you can make at home to keep your mat clean.
Helpful Ideas for staying on track
Helpful tips to stay on track with your fitness and health routine. Find ways to make it easier for yourself to maintain health and your Pilates workouts.
4 tips for getting the most out of Pilates
Pilates has helped me to understand that Pilates can achieve many beneficial outcomes. Of course, there’s the desired physical outcome of long, lean and toned muscles, a strong core and increased flexibility. Also, the emotional benefits of a healthy mind and clear head are outcomes that also flow from your Pilates practise.
Does Your Body Ache After Travelling?
Does your body ache after traveling? Whether you travel for business or pleasure, find out how to look after your body and avoid the aches and pains.
Detox Stretch 2
This Pilates video will help you engage your core and strengthen the back of your body.
Stretches to complement your Detox
A good friend and colleague of mine, nutritionist Sonja McCord, is currently running a detox program. – I’m always picking up good health tips and recipes from Sonja! That’s just what you need – friends who can inspire you with a new recipe...
Banana Pancakes for the Birthday Boy!
Banana pancakes for breakfast are a filling and healthy treat for the family.
March Printable
I still love to hand write! Use this little chart to note down your thoughts and goals for a healthy month! Click here to download. Beth
Chia Seed Puddings
Looking for a fresh, healthy idea for breakfast?
Try these Chia Seed Puddings and top with your favourite fresh fruit. A perfect breakfast for when the weather is warm.
Enjoy
Good morning Pilates stretch session
These few exercises only take 6 minutes to complete. Do these in the morning. What a great to start the day!
Mindfulness with Pilates
Pilates is a great way to connect mind and body. Learning Pilates can be a nice form of meditation as you focus your concentration on your body. Mindfulness that you learn in Pilates can help you stay present in your daily activities and also help reduce stress and anxiety.
Stay Strong – Tips to stay motivated with your Pilates workouts
It can be hard to stay motivated sometimes and commit to your workout plan. Here are some simple tips to stay on track and enjoy your Pilates workout sessions.
5 Reasons to do Pilates
There are many benefits of Pilates and here are my top 5 reasons for doing Pilates.
Pilates by the Lake
This Pilates session will get your shoulders moving, warm up your spine and engage your abdominals.
Why Learning to Cook Changes Everything
Learning to cook will have a HUGE impact on your health. Here are some ideas to help you feel confident in the kitchen and help you stay on track with your goals to eat well.
Roller Class
A foam roller Pilates video for you to do at home. The massage you will feel through your back will leave you feeling relaxed and energised.
My Pilates Time Online Community
The My Pilates Time community is an online community where members are given weekly Pilates classes, food tips and recipes for living well and being healthy.
Pilates For Skiers
Have fun on the mountain while skiing with these Pilates exercises to help your body move, twist and bend!
How to eat well when travelling
It’s easy to eat well when travelling. Here are my tips for clean, simple meals to make while travelling. When you eat well, you feel good and you’ll enjoy your holiday more!
Take 15 minutes to stretch your back – It’s worth it!
This Pilates video will be perfect to stretch your back and develop a beautiful posture.
Pilates in the Rocky Mountains, Colorado
I’m here in the beautiful Rocky Mountains of Colorado on holidays with my family. We have loved seeing the mountains and wildlife. Yesterday we went into the National Park, and were lucky to see an elk, a glimpse of a moose, chipmunks and squirrels. We were very...
Tips for Packing for a Family Trip
Tips for packing for a family holiday. What to pack, how to organise and simplify your packing for an enjoyable, stress free holiday.
Sunday Cooking Ideas for an Easy Week
Planning your food ahead of time is a recipe for success when you are striving to eat well and healthily. Here are my tips for a Sunday afternoon cook up which saves me plenty of time and thought throughout a busy week.
5 Gentle Exercises for Low Back Pain
Pain in your lower back? Pilates can help. Many of us have experienced pain the lower back at some time. I remember, when my kids were little, it was lifting the heavy pram in and out of the car, which would trigger pain. I have some simple exercises you can do to...
What to Expect in Your First Pilates Class
If you’ve been thinking about booking in for a Pilates class, here are some examples of what to expect.
This short video will show you some beginner exercises and outline some of the language used to cue you and help you understand the purpose of the movements.
Pilates workout for strong abdominals and shoulder release
This Pilates class will help release tight shoulders and get the shoulders moving well. You will also work on your abdominals and core strength. Having a strong core will protect your back form injury and support a lovely posture. Remember to listen to your body and...
What’s the Difference between Pilates and Yoga?
Many people ask me, ‘What’s the difference between Pilates and yoga?’ In some ways they are similar, although this article will outline the key differences, and benefits to your body and mind.
5 Minute Stretch for Desk Workers
Follow along with this 5 minute video and give yourself a quick break from your desk work. You will feel refreshed and help to prevent any tightness creeping into your body.
Why Kids Need Pilates Too!
Children can benefit from Pilates exercises and classes. Teaching children about their bodies and how to move well, will set them up for a better understanding of how they use their bodies for sports and general life. Pilates will help develop confidence, flexibility, posture and strength in growing bodies.
Got 10 minutes? Get moving with this quick Pilates class
Got 10 Minutes ? Here is your short stretch and strengthening Pilates class. In this session I use a magic circle or “pilates ring” as they are also known to help your feel great today.
