Time for renewal! I read this Joseph Pilates sentence this morning: “Our interpretation of physical fitness is the attainment and maintenance of a uniformly developed body with a sound mind fully capable of naturally, easily, and satisfactorily performing our many and varied daily tasks with spontaneous zest and pleasure.” What really strikes me is the [...]

Imagine standing next to Joe himself while teaching! I hear he didn’t explain very much, just *go do this* *push there* – none of the experience I’ve had as I’ve transitioned into a teacher. I started as a student, and still consider myself to be a student of Pilates. It’s challenged my mental abilities, forced [...]

What are they? Somedays I just feel so light and refreshed, going with the flow. Even if my teaching load is a lot bigger than I think it should be, I just think of one moment at a time, one breath at a time. Just go with the flow. My clients inspire me to teach, [...]

I’ve been thinking about change – mostly because we are really ready for the change of seasons. Every time I start a new day, though, it’s a new chance to change and grow. Am I always willing? Have I always been healthy and strong? The answer is no. The willingness to change, for me, usually [...]