MELT is and easy to learn is a complementary method for other practices. It helps release long-held tension and stress that leads to chronic pain.
Julia and I met in 2008 when we were both associated with Madison Pilates. Julia was practicing Massage Therapy, while I was studying to become a Pilates instructor. Eight years and a few life changes for us both later, Julia continues to broaden her knowledge base and integrate more ways to help people. I am lucky …
Many of you have met Anna already–in class or taking a class from her, but it always nice to get to know someone a little better. Anna’s such a multi-talented amazing person, I thought you all should hear a bit about her thoughts on yoga. Q: How would you describe the kind of yoga …
I love the elegance and the flow of Tai Chi. I love the imagery. As a child, I tried Tai Chi with my father in the back yard. We did poses that had interesting names and laughed. Later when I was a chef, I did Tai Chi to relieve the stress that built up during …
This Saturday at the Jules Pilates First Anniversary Party, Susan Trier will lead a free QiGong mini class. (More here for details: event page for party ) You have probably heard me tell a lot of stories. One of my favorite stories is why I took my full Pilates teacher training. The main reason is …
If you’ve been around lately, you may have noticed people other than me teaching at the studio. Some teaching private Pilates lessons, some teaching Taijiquan, leading a health workshop, or maybe you came to another workshop. I know so many wonderful people, both clients and teachers. In light of creating a sense of us all …
Just a little fairytale I wanted to share with you.
Your body is your teacher. I point out which way your foot is facing and if the knee is safe in that direction or not. You are the one who feels it and gets it or not. If you are talking aloud or talking to yourself in your head constantly, it is probably a good …