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by Lauren Hilton Pilates
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The Best Gift Ideas for Pilates Lovers (that they’ll actually use)
Whether you’re buying for a seasoned Reformer devotee, a mat-class regular, or someone who loves moving at home, finding the perfect Pilates-themed gift from our curated list of thoughtful, high-quality gift ideas that will actually support their practice—and bring a smile to their face. Plus, you can shop the edit links for ease and speed!
5 Pilates Gains You Can’t See in a Mirror
So much of what Pilates gives us can’t be seen in a reflection. It’s felt in the way we move, the way we think, and the way we show up for ourselves.
Here are five of the most powerful Pilates gains that don’t show up in a mirror — but change everything.
7 Common Habits We See in New Pilates Clients (and Gentle Ways to Adjust)
Starting something new always comes with a learning curve, and Pilates is no different. Over the years we’ve noticed some common habits that show up for people when they’re just beginning—and the good news is, they’re all easy to adjust once you know how.
I’ve shared 7 of the most common things we see (and some gentle ways to work with them) in our latest blog. Whether you’re brand new to Pilates or looking to refresh the basics, you’ll find something helpful here.
What are the benefits of fascia release in Pilates?
Fascia release balls and Pilates.
If you have attended Pilates classes at our studio or elsewhere you might have used release balls of various size and shape. I’m going to explain why we use these during class and what the benefits are to your body.
What is Pilates?
What is Pilates?
Is Pilates the same as Yoga? This is the number one question I get asked when I tell people that I am a Pilates teacher! Whilst there is crossover between the two movement methods, they are very different; yoga originates from India, whereas Pilates’ origins are a little more recent.

