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Gift ideas for Pilates enthusiasts

If you’re looking for gift inspiration for someone who loves Pilates (including yourself! 😉), we put together a few suggestions with links!! for you…

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30 revealing questions with Lauren Hilton

As the Lauren Hilton Studio celebrates its 4th anniversary, we probed the Polestar Pilates teacher and studio owner, Lauren Hilton, with these 30 revealing questions to get to know the driving force behind Shrewsbury’s boutique Pilates studio a little deeper…

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Need to get back in your Pilates routine? Here’s how…

Six ways to get your body and mind back to the Pilates mat - let's take up those good habits that fell away over the summer break (yes, even mine!!), and move your body intentionally, perhaps with a new perspective, increased energy or sense of resilience. Get back to that Pilates movement that feels good, and relieves your aches and pains.

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How to get started with Pilates as a beginner

The ease with which you can slot Pilates into your day combined with the positive impact it can have on your whole health, give it top-of-class movement credentials, but because there are so many ways to practice Pilates, we put together a handy guide of what you should consider before getting started with Pilates!

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What to expect from a one-to-one session at Lauren Hilton Pilates

If you are new to Pilates and are getting ready to take your first session, or are considering giving it a try, you probably have a few questions about what to expect and what to do to make the experience great.

At Lauren Hilton Pilates, we warmly welcome first-timers into the studio and have all the info you need to walk into that first session with confidence and ease.

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10 lesser-known benefits of Pilates that might convince you to add it to your daily routine

You may already be aware of some of the widely accepted benefits of increased core strength, improvements to bone and joint health, improved balance and coordination, and helping to support pelvic floor health and function. But, did you know there are many other Pilates benefits that positively impact daily life?

Here are my top 10 lesser-known Pilates benefits…

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100 years of the Pilates Studio: 1923 to 2023

The Pilates method has come a long way since its inception in the early 20th century. Joseph Pilates moved from the UK to New York City in 1923 to open his first studio, and in 100 years, the Pilates method has remained loyal to his roots. Pilates has grown from a niche regime to a world-renowned daily workout practised by millions.

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3 things you think stop you from doing Pilates at home, and what to do about them

3 things you think stop you from doing Pilates at home, and what to do about them (plus a free class, and amazingly good discount!)

Joseph Pilates saw ‘Contrology’ (as Pilates was originally named) as a way of life. In the studio, I often hear 3 main barriers that make clients feel Pilates practice at home isn’t attainable, here they are and what you can do to overcome them ...

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