Welcome to Lou’s blog
I like to write about things health and wellness related and anything else I love!
the pilates lovers gift guide 2024
Looking for gift idea’s for the Pilates lover in your life? Here are some gift ideas for Christmas 2024…
do I really need grippy pilates socks?
Do you really need grippy Pilates socks, or are they just a trend or a gimmick?
can practicing pilates help you lose weight?
Cardio and HIIT are the first things that come to mind for weight loss, however Pilates can play an important and sustainable part in a weight loss journey.
How to care for your pilates/ yoga mat
How to care your your Pilates/ Yoga mat to keep it in great condition for as long as possible.
best yoga mats for your practice
I’m regularly asked about what Yoga mats I recommend, so here are my recommendations for lots of different uses/ styles of Yoga.
The truth about aching wrists WHEN practicing Pilates or yoga
One of the most common complaints when people start to practice Pilates or Yoga is that they experience pain in their wrists. In this blog post we are going to cover whether wrists can get stronger or whether that is just a myth, why wrists ache, and what we can do about it.
DO you need to stretch after a pilates session?
Pilates is a fantastic workout that focuses on improving core strength, flexibility, balance, and overall body awareness. So after you’ve done a fairly intense Pilates session - do you need to stretch?
FINDING a great yoga or pilates teacher
Let’s start off with the shocker news first of all – did you know there is absolutely nothing here in the UK to prevent anyone from teaching Yoga or Pilates whether they have had any formal training or not?
Pilates myths debunked
There are lots of myths out there about Pilates! Read on to find out about some widely held beliefs about Pilates, that are actually just myths…
What is the difference between Yoga and Pilates and which is right for me?
Many people think Pilates and Yoga are the same thing, however, they are very distinct practices with different approaches and techniques...
Why is Pilates the fastest growing fitness trend?
In the ever-evolving world of fitness, trends come and go, but one that's currently enjoying the global spotlight is Pilates...
What is Pilates, and what are it’s benefits?
Pilates is a low impact exercise system designed to elongate, strengthen, improve flexibility, posture, and enhance mental awareness...
The History of Pilates
The History of Pilates: From Rehabilitation to Global Fitness Phenomenon...