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An introduction to the Pilates chair – What is it, how does it work and Chair Pilates exercises?
Back pain

An introduction to the Pilates chair – What is it, how does it work and Chair Pilates exercises?

At Complete Pilates, we use the full studio equipment in our classes and 1-2-1's. This means that a Pilates session with us will usually…

October 4, 2023
An Ergonomic Desk Set Up To Reduce Back And Neck Pain! Can Pilates Help?
Back pain

An Ergonomic Desk Set Up To Reduce Back And Neck Pain! Can Pilates Help?

Do you struggle to find a comfortable position at your desk? Do you suffer from back or neck pain at work? Are you wondering if…

September 21, 2023
Want A Stronger Back and Bum? Try The Pilates Bridge Exercise
Exercises

Want A Stronger Back and Bum? Try The Pilates Bridge Exercise

The basic Pilates bridge is one of the best Pilates exercises out there. It is an exercise we give to almost all of our…

September 20, 2023
Pilates For Runners: Is Pilates Good For Runners?
Sports

Pilates For Runners: Is Pilates Good For Runners?

Did you plan to run in an event this year but you didn’t make it to the start line? What went wrong? What went…

August 15, 2023
Marathon Running Tips: 8-Last Minute Marathon Tips
Exercises

Marathon Running Tips: 8-Last Minute Marathon Tips

Top Tips For Marathon Runners Your next marathon is approaching fast. And, after months of careful planning, training and monitoring your progress, knowing that…

August 9, 2023
6 Post-Marathon Recovery Tips for Runners
Exercises

6 Post-Marathon Recovery Tips for Runners

Marathon Recovery: 6 Top Tips The big marathon has come and gone. You’ve implemented our last-minute marathon running tips and completed the mammoth 26.2 miles. Now…

July 26, 2023
Do You Believe These Pilates Myths?
Pilates

Do You Believe These Pilates Myths?

It has been almost 100 years since Joseph Pilates set up his first studio in New York .(Don’t know much about Pilates? Then read…

July 25, 2023
Pilates Mat Exercises
Exercises

Pilates Mat Exercises

Author, Susie Martin is a chartered physiotherapist and clinical Pilates instructor as well as clinical lead at Complete Pilates. Are you wondering where to…

July 12, 2023
6 Pilates principles and what they mean to Complete Pilates
Exercises

6 Pilates principles and what they mean to Complete Pilates

Aside from its ability to tone the core, Pilates is probably most famous for having 6 guiding principles. In light of this it may…

June 16, 2023
Pilates For Skydiving
Sports injuries

Pilates For Skydiving

Ever wanted to skydive? Thinking about learning to skydive or just starting out? Are you a professional skydiver? Whatever level you are, Pilates can…

June 14, 2023
Pilates for Rock Climbers
Sports injuries

Pilates for Rock Climbers

Author: Isabelle Bay is a chartered physiotherapist and Certified Pilates instructor with a special interest in sports rehabilitation. Have you noticed the explosion in…

May 22, 2023
Complete Pilates
Podcast

Podcast Episode 21: Cancer rehab and exercise with Lou James Part 2

Podcast Episode 21: Cancer rehab and exercise with Lou James Part 2 Complete Health Podcast: Cancer Rehab Part 2 In the second part of…

April 19, 2023

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