<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[amy sasso pilates]]></title><description><![CDATA[Pilates Extended]]></description><link>https://www.amysasso.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Sun, 14 Jun 2026 00:28:43 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.pilatesextended.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[5 Game-Changing Things Pilates Instructors Can Say During Class]]></title><description><![CDATA[One of the questions I got recently on Instagram was: “What are your top 5 game-changing things to say during class?” I LOVED this question because great teaching is not just about exercise selection. It’s about communication. The words we choose as Pilates instructors can dramatically affect motor learning, confidence, client adherence, and even pain experiences. A lot of traditional cueing in the Pilates world is overly complicated, fear-based, or focused on “perfect” movement. But modern...]]></description><link>https://www.pilatesextended.com/post/5-game-changing-things-pilates-instructors-can-say-during-class</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a04db6b618ba45174000052</guid><category><![CDATA[Cueing]]></category><category><![CDATA[Teaching]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 20:18:03 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_1baec4ff7b0a432ba82e691d40ebdfcd~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Amy Sasso</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to Program Pilates for Osteoporosis (Without Feeling Stuck Doing Only the Basics)]]></title><description><![CDATA[One of the biggest challenges Pilates instructors face when working with osteoporosis clients is this: “How do I keep the class challenging and interesting without relying on all the spinal flexion in traditional Pilates repertoire?” And honestly… you’re not alone. A huge amount of Pilates exercises involve spinal bending: roll ups, rolling like a ball, short spine, teaser variations, spine stretch, jackknife, and loaded flexion patterns in general. So if you’re trying to be cautious with...]]></description><link>https://www.pilatesextended.com/post/how-to-program-pilates-for-osteoporosis-without-feeling-stuck-doing-only-the-basics</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a02462fe8ad7aab1e5aa925</guid><category><![CDATA[Strength Training]]></category><category><![CDATA[Osteoporosis]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 21:20:37 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/eb3b758ac5274f3f89a86a58c16b8884.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Amy Sasso</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Does Engaging Your Core Really Prevent Injuries in Pilates]]></title><description><![CDATA[One of the most common instructions in Pilates classes is to engage your core to protect your low back. This cue is repeated so often that many believe it is a key factor in preventing injury. But does activating the core actually reduce the risk of injury? The answer is more complex than a simple yes or no.]]></description><link>https://www.pilatesextended.com/post/does-engaging-your-core-really-prevent-injuries-in-pilates</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a01f0fb2fe6e98eed4206bb</guid><category><![CDATA[Back Pain]]></category><category><![CDATA[Pain]]></category><category><![CDATA[Rehab]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 15:30:46 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/9e7321c1efae44ad80177a818736750e.png/v1/fit/w_475,h_331,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Amy Sasso</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to Teach Pilates To Clients With a Hip Replacement (Without Second-Guessing)]]></title><description><![CDATA[How to Teach Pilates After a Hip Replacement (Without Second-Guessing) Working with clients after surgery can feel uncertain—even for experienced instructors. Recently, during a Pilates instructor mentorship Q&#38;A call, one of my members was preparing to take on a client who was 5 months post–hip replacement. She wasn’t panicked—but she wasn’t fully confident either. And that’s a familiar place for many Pilates teachers. What Actually Matters at 5 Months Post Hip Replacement At this stage, most...]]></description><link>https://www.pilatesextended.com/post/how-to-teach-pilates-to-clients-with-a-hip-replacement-without-second-guessing</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69f90a17a09b06483d3e5724</guid><category><![CDATA[Rehab]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 21:16:35 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_784435cef2684bf6a706b1ef09fc0ac2~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Amy Sasso</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Aerobic Exercise Reduces Pain Sensitization (What Pilates Instructors Should Know)]]></title><description><![CDATA[aerobic exercise might be one of the best tools we have for managing pain naturally.]]></description><link>https://www.pilatesextended.com/post/turning-down-pain-how-aerobic-exercise-helps-reset-your-nervous-system</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67e5e2d3fe36f59843261ccb</guid><category><![CDATA[Back Pain]]></category><category><![CDATA[Pain]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 27 Mar 2025 23:47:03 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e5770a_f0e577728ec54e748d2be0de33acb664~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_828,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Amy Sasso</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Screening for Red Flags in Low Back Pain: A Guide for Pilates Teachers ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Low back pain is a common issue among Pilates clients, and as instructors, we often play a role in helping them manage discomfort through...]]></description><link>https://www.pilatesextended.com/post/screening-for-red-flags-in-low-back-pain-a-guide-for-pilates-teachers</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67d455b6b5db992d7dcc56e7</guid><category><![CDATA[Back Pain]]></category><category><![CDATA[Pain]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 14 Mar 2025 16:37:09 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e5770a_281d3b46c9c04ce9a3cda20104f22d01~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Amy Sasso</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Best Exercises to Strengthen the Glutes: A Science-Based Approach for Pilates Teachers]]></title><description><![CDATA[There are many reasons a client may want to strengthen their glutes. Maybe their physiotherapist suggested it to help with back pain...]]></description><link>https://www.pilatesextended.com/post/the-best-exercises-to-strengthen-the-glutes-a-science-based-approach-for-pilates-teachers</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67a3d0d2adf32a134dbb0cf2</guid><category><![CDATA[Strength Training]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 05 Feb 2025 21:09:27 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/7c98d43fc8014f9bb9baca2a8a6362b8.png/v1/fit/w_454,h_428,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Amy Sasso</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Understanding Exercise and Diastasis Recti: Evidence-Based Insights for Pilates Instructors]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hey Pilates pros, let’s talk about something that might just challenge a lot of what you’ve been taught: diastasis recti (DRA) and...]]></description><link>https://www.pilatesextended.com/post/understanding-exercise-and-diastasis-recti-evidence-based-insights-for-pilates-instructors</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6785749fed26391c36a15c44</guid><category><![CDATA[Pregnancy]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jan 2025 20:29:58 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_3797aa2806d94e81ba221a7cc06369e2~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Amy Sasso</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stretching Doesn't Change Posture]]></title><description><![CDATA[As Pilates professionals, we're passionate about helping our clients improve their posture and move with greater ease. But what if some...]]></description><link>https://www.pilatesextended.com/post/stretching-doesn-t-change-posture</link><guid isPermaLink="false">675c4cbea1f01c84fd1ce6ef</guid><category><![CDATA[Stretching]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 13 Dec 2024 15:07:40 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8299e6ebeb564d2f8e8e33bc9ca463c4.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Amy Sasso</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What Science Really Says About Posture and Pain ]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you're anything like me, you probably learned that the body needs to be perfectly aligned and symmetrical for optimal function. ]]></description><link>https://www.pilatesextended.com/post/what-science-really-says-about-posture-and-pain</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6733d39cbffce4c36f9c16f0</guid><category><![CDATA[Pain]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 12 Nov 2024 22:37:05 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_3797aa2806d94e81ba221a7cc06369e2~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Amy Sasso</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[You May Let Your Knees Go In During a Squat]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yes you may! This is the story we have been told for ages: “Don't let your knees go in during a squat!” “You will injure yourself if your...]]></description><link>https://www.pilatesextended.com/post/you-may-let-your-knees-go-in-during-a-squat</link><guid isPermaLink="false">64668a95c65f67b7b2733a99</guid><category><![CDATA[Strength Training]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 18 May 2023 20:39:04 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_250bbb1613404cbe8e76357d01edb82b~mv2_d_6496_4331_s_4_2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Amy Sasso</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>