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Whether you are a new or highly experienced Pilates teacher, you may struggle with marketing your Pilates services. In this episode I take you through the old school marketing that still works, as well as how to use the web and social media to your advantage. Links: Episodes about marketing…

There is so much out there that calls itself Pilates - Wall Pilates, Reformer Pilates, Megaformer Pilates, Cardio Pilates.... What makes actual Pilates, Pilates? Listen as I deep dive into the Pilates system of exercise and how to spot the real thing. Links: The Original 34 Mat Exercises - https://blog.alomoves.com/movement/original-34-pilates-exercises…

I'm so thrilled to share this interview with powerhouse spa owner, Karen Pudetti. So many Pilates teachers are struggling to position and scale their businesses in the face of rapidly growing franchises and a glut of new studios. And so many of us burn out because we haven't figured out…

Hello everyone! I'm back for season 2 with a discussion about Programming Pilates Classes. For new Pilates teachers, you'll leave this episode with a framework to program any class easily and in the moment. For experienced teachers, you'll have a few new tips and tricks that will make things easier.…

It's the last episode of Season 1! A listener recently asked if 60 is too old to start Pilates teacher training. This episode is my answer to anyone who wants to start doing or teaching Pilates at any age. Osteoporosis-friendly Pilates - Seated Chair Workout (https://youtu.be/97du3cd_Dks) Episode 7 - Exercise…

Season 1 is almost over! This Thursday June 1, 2023 will be my 90th episode, and the last of this season. Today I have a few updates, including my new hours at Bombshell Pilates, new online programs for new Pilates teachers, and what to look forward to in Season 2.…

It amazes me that women athletes are still underpaid, under supported, and under appreciated, even Olympians and Paralympians. Today I talk to Flame Bearers founder Jamie Mittelman, who is on a mission to make sure that people of all ages are inspired by women athletes who look and sound like…

I recently had meniscus repair surgery with Dr. Kasi Komperda at Mount Sinai Union Square. 3.5 weeks later, I'm walking without pain, able to kneel on all fours, and take stairs. Listen as I break down for you what my injury was, what happened during surgery, and the timeline of…

Whether you teach Pilates at home, online, in your own studio, or as an independent contractor, you and your business need legal protection. Attorney Cory Sterling joins me today for a super fun discussion about what you need and why you need it. Listeners save $400 on Cory's Three Legal…

Pilates is a full body exercise method, and I do it to feel and function at my best. While Pilates is being sold as a weight loss and toning method, I believe Pilates is best viewed as cross-training for life. Here are some stories of Pilates success that I hope…

If you're considering buying Pilates apparatus for your home, or for a new Pilates studio, you may have some questions. Is there just the reformer? Are all brands the same? What are my options? In this episode I explain what the apparatus is, what Joseph Pilates invented, and give a…

I spent much of my life as an activist - rocking the boat in multiple areas. I marched for women's rights, civil rights, for divestment from apartheid South Africa, and for union representation of teaching assistants, to name a few. Now I rock the boat in Pilates. I've been in…

Today's interview with Physical Therapist Rick Olderman is full of actionable tips and information for you, whether you live with chronic pain, work with clients in chronic pain, or both. We discuss the typical approaches to chronic pain, why they don't work in the long run, and what we can…

I had my knee surgery last week, so today is a super short episode about Niching in your Pilates business. It's so important for Pilates teachers to really niche down into a target market. It helps you connect with your people online, talk to them effectively, and help solve their…

If you feel sleazy about selling your Pilates services, especially on social media, this episode is for you! Today I'm talking all things Sales and Marketing with the funny and talented Sarah Walton. Let's overcome your fear of sales and get comfortable using your own style to sell authentically. Links:…

Many Pilates clients and teachers have a hard time drawing boundaries and saying "No", which often leads to injury, misunderstandings, and undue stress for all involved. Here's when to say no, why you should, and some advice for studio owners and teacher trainers. Find me: Website - https://lyndalippin.com Pilates Teacher…

The fabulous Gwen Miller is back! As a Balanced Body Pilates educator, author of the upcoming book, Safe Movement for All Spines - A Guide to Spinal Anatomy and How to Work with 21 Spine and Hip Conditions (https://amzn.to/3NSBPkM) , and creator of The Dynamic Spine, a continuing education course…

Clients need to feel safe in the Pilates studio, and not worried that they may do something that will hurt them. That said, many clients also don't want to picked out for "special" modification due to their osteoporosis or disc herniations. How can Pilates teachers navigate teaching larger group classes…

I've been a huge fan of Ayurveda since my time at Parrot Cay, where I worked closely with our Ayurvedic doctor and experienced some profound positive change in my body as a result. In today's discussion with NYC-based Ayurvedic doctor Simmi Chopra, we discuss both of our journeys from chronic…

You never know who's going to walk into a Pilates class. And, you never know what's happening in their bodies or lives at that moment. Your Pilates teacher training taught you the exercises and how not to hurt people, but probably didn't spend tons of time on cuing variations in…

As a very gifted intuitive, my friend and colleague Susan King is often privy to very delicate information about her high profile clients and their lives. Today we discuss how she discovered her gift, why her clients find her work to be so useful, and how Pilates teachers can approach…

I'm very concerned about the state of Pilates, and how new teachers are being introduced to taking care of other humans. When people pay us and entrust us with the care of their precious bodies, that's a big deal. Pilates without care & compassion isn't good for anyone, and the…

Today I bring you a talk with my talented and brilliant colleague, Tela Anderson. We know that Pilates teachers don't take the best care of ourselves and that we have a hard time with boundaries, tending to always be available. Tela & I also know from experience, that living this…

If you've been following fitness influencers on IG and TikTok, you've seen a lot of Pilates Wall Workouts claiming to replace the reformer, as well as workouts using skateboards and other unsafe, unstable objects to mimic a reformer. There are actual Pilates exercises on the wall, and better ways to…