Mar 6

Giving Progressions With Guardrails

Learn to cue progressions in a way that every client only takes a progression when they're ready, and in a way that helps clients understand and deliver the movement you're looking for every time. Tune in!I want to hear from you! Share your thoughts and follow the podcast on Inst ... Show More

13m 39s

Feb 6

The Art Of Auditioning

This week's episode looks at one of the most important steps in the hiring process for Pilates studios: the teaching audition! Tune in for my tips and tricks for making the best impression in your audition. I want to hear from you! Share your thoughts and follow the podcast on In ... Show More

14m 36s

Jan 9

Foundational Teaching Skills

Curious about what skills are required to be a great teacher? Tune in to learn the best practices for before, during, and after your classes!I want to hear from you! Share your thoughts and follow the podcast on Instagram and Facebook @pilatesteachersmanual. Full show notes, epis ... Show More

14m 54s

May 2024

A Closer Look At Footwork

This episode is a deep dive into all things footwork. Curious about the why behind the what of one the most common reformer Pilates exercises? Learn what muscles are working, different ways to perform the exercise, and why it's a great addition to any Pilates program when you tun ... Show More

26m 15s

Aug 2024

Pilates Is A Brain Game And A Body Game

Pilates is great for strengthening your body, but it is also great for your brain. Whether you're looking for a complex exercise to stop your mind from wandering, or you like to think about movements as you do them, there is a cerebral nature to Pilates that overthinkers and inte ... Show More

17m 51s

Jun 2023

Why Every Pilates Exercise Is A Core Exercise

Pilates is all about the core, but what does that really mean? Today we dive into Pilates as a system that moves the spine in all directions and works all major muscle groups to near fatigue. We explore Pilates exercises as full body movements that rely on core strength to happen ... Show More

19m 59s

Jul 2021

A Closer Look At The Roll Up

This week we're breaking down the roll up exercise. Whether you're just getting started or a roll up pro, tune in to hear some tips and tricks to improve, befriend, and explore the challenging roll up exercise from mat Pilates. I want to hear from you! Share your thoughts and fol ... Show More

21m 50s

Mar 2025

What Makes Mat Pilates So Difficult?

In this episode, I share my first experience with mat Pilates and explain what makes mat Pilates exercises so challenging. I discuss the physical and mental blocks that can make mat Pilates difficult, as well as how load (usually body weight and gravity in mat Pilates) can raise ... Show More

21m 59s

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

Jul 2024

Knowing When To Level Up

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, inclu ... Show More

23m 50s

Apr 2025

Shapes Of The Spine - Lateral Flexion

Today's episode kicks off a mini series diving into the different shapes the spine makes in Pilates, exploring the planes of movement, the muscles involved in making the shape, and where we see this movement in our Pilates exercises. The star of the show today is lateral flexion, ... Show More

21m 56s

Oct 2025

Throwback Episode: 5 Personal Beliefs That Changed My Life | The HigherUp Podcast Ep. 62

IM GOING ON TOUR: Next 1/2 Day in person event is in Atlanta, GA October 24th. Get your tickets at higherupwellness.com/tour-infoDrop Your #StepCheck in the comments and dont forget to rate the show if you are on Spotify, or Subscribe if you are on YouTube!This week I wanted to t ... Show More

29m 18s

Mar 2025

Sukihana : “Pilates is my favorite workout"

Bobbi does Pilates then interviews Suki on why she was late, a disastrous alligator trip, her music aspirations and their tour flopping. Thanks to this episode's sponsors: • Stop putting off those doctor appointments and go to https://zocdoc.com/BOBBI to find and instantly book a ... Show More

1h 7m

Making Every Word Count