Pilates7 min read
Reformer vs. Mat Pilates: What's the Difference?
Both use the same principles. The difference is where the resistance comes from - and what that changes for a beginner.
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Prenatal5 min read
Returning to Pilates Postpartum: What to Expect
Every recovery is different. Here's how we think about clearance, easing back in and pausing your membership in the meantime.
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Prenatal6 min read
Can I Start Pilates While Pregnant?
Yes - and many clients find us while they're expecting. When you start does change which class we'd recommend first.
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Pilates6 min read
Does Pilates Create "Long, Lean Muscles"? Not Exactly.
Muscles don't get longer. Here's what actually changes when you practice Pilates consistently - and why it looks the way it does.
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Strength & Movement7 min read
Is Pilates Strength Training? Here's What the Research (and Reality) Says
If you've ever wondered whether Pilates "counts" as strength training, you're not alone. The honest answer is more nuanced than yes or no.
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