a client who says they want stronger knees might actually mean they want to be able to hike without pain “I want to get stronger.” “I want to improve my posture.” “I want better balance.” “I want to reduce my back pain.” As Pilates teachers, we hear statements like these all the time. But while they tell us something about what the client wants, they don't necessarily give us enough information to know what the client actually wants to achieve, how we'll measure progress, or

One of the most common situations Pilates instructors encounter is a client who experiences neck pain during upper body exercises. Maybe they’re completely fine during supine arm work on a light spring… but the moment you add kneeling chest expansion, rows, or shoulder extension work, their neck flares up. This can feel confusing, especially when the exercise itself doesn’t seem particularly “aggressive.” So how should Pilates teachers approach this from an evidence-based, Cl

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

There are many reasons a client may want to strengthen their glutes. Maybe their physiotherapist suggested it to help with back pain...

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...