Have you heard the phrases "a more toned look" or "long and lean muscles" in Pilates marketing? They're talking about the "Pilates body," a mythical aesthetic favored by the post-promoting algorithms on social media. You might think that doing Pilates will make you look like that, or that maybe you can't do Pilates unless you look a certain way. I'm here to ... Show More
Oct 2025
Anatomical Terminology In Pilates
Sometimes it may feel like your Pilates teacher is speaking in another language when you hear words like supine, abduct, external rotation, or hip flexion. Don't worry! Tune in to this episode to learn the anatomical terms you may hear in your Pilates classes and what they mean!I ... Show More
16m 22s
Dec 2023
Special Guest - Stephanie Neal
Stephanie Neal of Pilates HQ joins me on the podcast today. She shares her Pilates journey, her experience learning and integrating Pilates as a physical therapist, finding balance between running a studio and making time for herself, and some incredibly relevant advice for new t ... Show More
53m 50s
Feb 2024
Tips For Keeping Your Teaching Fresh
There might be periods of time teaching Pilates that can feel stale or even boring, but don't worry! This episode explores some of my favorite tips for finding inspiration, staying connected to your Pilates practice, and keeping things fresh for yourself and your clients. Tune in ... Show More
22m 27s
Dec 2023
The Benefits of Pilates, Making it a Daily Habit, and Choosing a Pilates Workout with Bryony Deery
Have you wanted to try Pilates but don’t know where to start? In this episode, Marianna sits down with Pilates expert Bryony Deery to explore the world of Pilates and its benefits. They dive into the question of what Pilates really is and how it differs from other forms of exerci ... Show More
33m 39s
