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Jul 2024
23m 50s

Knowing When To Level Up

Olivia Bioni
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How do you know when it's time to try something harder in your Pilates practice? Some Pilates studios level their classes, but what is the right time to try the next level? Do you have to level up? In this episode, we talk about what determines a class's level of challenge, including the mental piece of understanding the choreography, Pilates equipment, and ... Show More
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