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Feb 2024
22m 27s

Tips For Keeping Your Teaching Fresh

Olivia Bioni
About this episode
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! I want to hear from you! Share your thoughts and follow the podcast on Instag ... Show More
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