If you’ve returned to Pilates after the Christmas break and found yourself thinking “Why can’t I feel my core like I used to?” ..... you’re not alone. This is one of the most common experiences people have after a break from regular movement, especially in January. The important thing to know first is this: nothing has gone wrong.  Your core hasn’t disappeared, switched off permanently, or failed you. It’s simply doing what bodies do when routines change. Your core is about c

Helping you stay active, confident, and doing the things you love from the ground up. When it comes to staying strong, moving freely, and keeping up with your favourite activities after 45, most people think about working the core, stretching the hips, or strengthening the legs. But there’s one area that often gets overlooked - your feet. Your feet are your body’s foundation. They’re the connection point between you and the ground, absorbing impact, maintaining balance, and

As we get older, staying active isn’t just about having strong muscles or flexible joints, it’s also about having good balance and confidence  in the way we move. Strong bones are vital, but so is balance. Together, they help you stay independent, steady, and capable for years to come. If you’ve been thinking about how to support your body as you move through your 40s, 50s and beyond, you’re in exactly the right place. This blog explores how Pilates  improves balance, posture

If you’ve recently been told you have osteopenia or osteoporosis, you might feel hesitant about how much you should be moving or whether exercise is still safe for you. The truth is, movement is one of the best things you can do  to protect your bones, improve your posture, and feel stronger and more confident in everyday life. The key is choosing movement that is safe, controlled, and guided , and that’s exactly where Pilates shines. This blog will help you understand why Pi

Pilates resistance training is important for Bone Health We've just had World Osteoporosis Day (20th October) , so I thought it would be timely to create this Blog. As we get older, we all start to think a little more about how to keep our bodies strong, steady, and healthy. For many people over 45, that includes paying attention to bone health , especially as terms like osteopenia  and osteoporosis  become more common du ring check-ups. If you’ve heard these words and felt

The holiday season is full of joy but let’s be honest, it can also be one of the most stressful times of the year. Between end-of-year deadlines, social events, travel, and family commitments, it’s easy to feel stretched in more ways than one. This is exactly when your body and your mind can benefit most from Pilates. Breathe, Move, and Rebalance Pilates isn’t just about strength and flexibility. It’s a mindful form of movement that helps you slow down, breathe deeply,  and r

Centring represents the act of drawing your own mental and physical focus during each exercise to the core, or centre of your body, which...

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Welcome to my Pilates Community! I'm Sophie. I'm a Body Control Pilates Teacher, Back4Good® Practitioner & Bone Health Specialist. I...