Amy Sasso

If you teach Pilates, chances are you see a lot of health and exercise information on Instagram. Some of it is excellent. Some of it is oversimplified. And some of it sounds scientific enough that it can be difficult to know what to believe. You don't need to become a researcher to start checking the claims you come across. One of the simplest tools available to you is Google Scholar. I recently used it to fact-check a claim about urinary incontinence in female CrossFit athletes — and it was...

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 how the goal...

One of the most intimidating parts of being a Pilates teacher is when someone reaches out asking whether your classes are appropriate for their injury, diagnosis, or medical condition. These conversations can make even experienced teachers feel uncertain. The good news? You do not need to know everything. As Pilates instructors, our job is not to diagnose or act as doctors or physiotherapists. Our role is to understand enough to teach safely, communicate clearly, and know how to find reliable...