Unfortunately, anyone can teach Pilates but in no way imaginable should anyone. Only proper accreditation (such as BASI which offers a six month training program) in combination with extensive in-field training properly prepares someone to teach Pilates. The problem is that there is no standardized regulation for becoming certified as a Pilates instructor. There [...]
Pilates Myths: Pilates is just Yoga in Ballet Slippers
Since Yoga and Pilates are both considered alternative forms of exercise, it isn’t uncommon to learn of newcomers assuming they are the same thing. Pilates and Yoga are both in the same league of holistic healing and mind-body conditioning, however they are far from the same. While the inventor of Pilates, Joseph Pilates, did study [...]
Pilates Myths: Pilates is Only for Women
Loud music thumps through the weight room. Men of all ages, sizes, and strength capacities find their respective places underneath bench presses, smith machines and shoulder presses. Plates clank, reverberating off of the mirrored walls and loft-like ceilings. Sweat is dripping, veins are popping, and blood pressure is rising; making this a haven for men [...]
Pilates on a Dime
With money on the mind there are cheaper ways to incorporate Pilates into your weekly workouts. Since group classes tend to be the most affordable option, you can add a consistent Pilates workout to your regime for a very affordable price. Machine classes such as work on the Reformer, Jumpboard, or Cadillac usually run on [...]