Complete Pilates

At Complete Pilates are passionate about sharing our expert knowledge and skills in rehabilitation using physiotherapy-led clinical Pilates. We love to work with journalists to share expert comment, case studies or experience of working in a small private healthcare business. If you are a member of the media and would like to talk, please do get in touch with Helen on helen@complete-pilates.co.uk.

Founded in 2015 by Helen O’Leary.

Physiotherapy-led clinical Pilates with three London equipment studios, online classes and an on demand platform at www.completepilatesondemand.co.uk.

Specialising in giving one to one, individually designed Pilates sessions for all, whether it is for sport, post-surgery, to treat pain or for pre and post natal care.

22nd February 2024

Five moves that can help strengthen and stabilize your shoulders. Here's what a personal trainer says you should be doing.

12th February 2024

A runner's guide to hip bursitis.

tom's guide

4th February 2024

5 ways to avoid running injuries, according to a world class physiotherapist.

14th January 2024

A physiotherapist says this is the one thing you should do if you have sore muscles after working out.

8th January 2024

Five signs you need to fix your posture - and how to fix it.

3rd January 2024

Your 2024 fitness mega guide: the trends to know, from wall Pilates to moon-based workouts.

30th November 2023

Fight the effects of sitting down all day in less than 10 minutes with this three-move hip-strengthening routine.

tom's guide

18th November 2023

What are they, how to strengthen them and why you should

17th November 2023

23 ways to winter proof your exercise routine and stay motivated.

31st October 2023

The best strength and Pilates exercises for the menopause.

25th October 2023

Do these easy 5 minute exercises everyday to improve your terrible posture.

16th October 2023

You only need three moves and six minutes to strengthen your legs and soothe stiff hips.

13th October 2023

A physiotherapist recommends doing this one-minute stretch to prevent back pain.

29th September 2023

How Pilates could be the secret to a flat stomach.

28th September 2023

Want to pass the ‘old man’ test?

27th September 2023

Where to find the best reformer Pilates classes in London and Surrey.

22nd September 2023

Is Your Vagina Too Tight?

19th September 2023

A physiotherapist says these are the six best back stretches to do every day.

13th September 2023

Ankle pain when walking? Here’s how to strengthen your ankles to tackle uneven terrain.

7th September 2023

The 10 Best Pilates Exercises To Do Every Day, According To Trainers.

6th September 2023

3 shoulder stretches for runners to relieve tension and improve posture.

6th September 2023

Best back stretches for triathletes.

29th August 2023

Five Shoulder Stretches To Boost Your Mobility.

22nd August 2023

Tight hips: 3 signs that your hip flexors are in need of a little TLC.

17th August 2023

I did Pilates for a month — and it completely transformed my core.

GQ-LOGO

4th August 2023

How to exercise in hot weather.

6th July 2023

Oh sh*t you’ve got a London marathon place – now what?

3rd July 2023

TikTok’s 3-2-8 workout method is ideal for balanced exercise.

23rd June 2023

What are the best strength training exercises for triathletes?

17th June 2023

18 fitness myths debunked – and what you should do instead

31st May 2023

Why The 90-90 Stretch Is The Ultimate Hip Opener.

27th May 2023

Build Upper-Body Strength Without Weights Using This Pilates Workout.

27th May 2023

Is TikTok's 12-3-30 workout any good?

26th May 2023

This Is the Worst Position to Sleep in, According to a Chiropractor.

GQ-LOGO

12th May 2023

The 12-3-30 workout is a low-impact fitness boost.

Archives 2023

GQ
Zone 2 cardio is the secret fitness weapon hiding in plain sight.

Triathlon
Best Pilates exercises for triathlete’s post-race.
25th APril 2023

Marie Claire
We asked expert trainers exactly how long it takes for women to build muscle – and they all had the same answer.
224th April 2023

Marie Claire
On the hunt for the best arm workouts for women? 8 for toned, strong arms, according to expert PT’s.
19th April 2023

Triathlon
Best Pilates exercises for Triathletes during the taper
13th April

Stylist
Why do your fingers swell up when you run? Experts explain.
13th April 2023

Stylist
How to cope with 3 most common foot issues.
6th April 2023

The Telegraph
The best standing desks for working at home, tried and tested – do they really relieve back pain?
4th April 2023

Independent
Experts explain how to deal with constipation after birth as Molly-Mae Hague shares her experience.
27th March 2023

 

Bustle
Should We All Be Wearing Toe Spreaders?
22nd March 2023

Mail Online
The best office chairs, recommended by experts.
13th March 2023

Bustle
Wall Pilates Is The Low-Impact Workout Taking Over FitTok.
7th March 2023

Fit & Well
Build lower-body strength with this seven-move resistance band leg workout.
28th February 2023

Stylist
What causes lower back pain in women? 5 common reasons you might have backache.
27th February 2023

Metro
How to overcome a midday energy slump and get energised for the afternoon.
24th February 2023

Fit & Well
You only need six resistance band moves to build stronger arms without weights
23rd February 2024

Fit & Well
Build core strength with this six-move resistance band ab workout
9th February 2023

 

Runner’s World
Arthritis and exercise: what you need to know
8th February 2023

The Guardian
The 5 minute fix: how to improve your fitness, strength & posture
16th January 2023

Bustle
The 11 Best Pilates Exercises For Runners
13th January 2023

Stylist
4 reasons physiotherapists love Pilates for protecting against injuries
9th January 2023

Bustle
All The Surprising Benefits Of Having Strong Glutes
6th January 2023

Fit & Well
Standing abs to help you build a strong core without sit ups.
1st January 2023

Archives 2022

Fit & Well
6 healthy New Year’s resolutions which don’t involve the gym.
31st December 2022

Bustle
What happens if you don’t warm up before exercise.
27th December 2022

Stylist
Is wall Pilates worth your time?
22nd December 2022

Runner’s World
Everything you need to know about hamstring tendinopathy
21st December 2022

Women’s Health
Self-care tips for new mums this Christmas
20th December 2022

Stylist
How to help your ‘tech neck’
19th December 2022

Bustle
9 mobility exercises to help your knees
16th December 2022

Runner’s World
Why you get foot cramp when running – and what to do about it.
6th December 2022

Stylist
8 of the best free mat Pilates workouts for beginners on YouTube (30 minutes and under)
25th November 2022

Bustle
Best exercises equipment for low impact workouts.
23rd November 2022

Bustle
The 8 best exercises for plantar fasciitis.
14th November 2022

Stylist
5 physiotherapist-approved exercises to help with knee pain.
14th November 2022

Stylist
8 of the best free mat Pilates workouts for beginners on YouTube (30 minutes and under)
25th November 2022

Bustle
Best exercises equipment for low impact workouts.
23rd November 2022

Bustle
The 8 best exercises for plantar fasciitis.
14th November 2022

Stylist
5 physiotherapist-approved exercises to help with knee pain.
14th November 2022

Live Science
How to use resistance bands: A guide for beginners.
 7th November 2022

Live Science
How to improve hip mobility.
1st November 2022

Live Science
How to increase your range of motion — and why it’s central to your health.
31st October 2022

Fit & Well
Power walking: how to perfect your technique.
28th October 2022

Fit & Well
Shoulder bodyweight exercises to build a stronger upper body.
21st October 2022

Express
Shift menopause weight with method that ‘should be your first port of call’ – what to do.
21st October 2022

Fit & Well
What is Tabata training?  
21st October 2022

Stylist
Running with type 1 diabetes? Here’s how to regulate your blood glucose levels
17th October 2022

Health Digest
Kate Hudson’s Incredible Core Workout You Can Replicate At Home.
14th October 2022

Metro
Five things’ people living with cancer don’t want you to say – and what to say instead.
10th October 2022

Live Science
A low impact workout to build muscle.
13th September 2022

Patient
7 morning stretches to get you ready for the day.
12th September 2022

Stylist
Why good ankle mobility is important and how to improve yours.
8th September 2022

Metro
Suffer with migraines?
These Pilates moves could help!
6th September 2022

Silver Magazine
Bungalow legs’: Will you sacrifice your fitness if you don’t have stairs?
1st September 2022

Live Science
These are the best exercises for lower back pain.
26th August 2022

Stylist
Fitspiration isn’t working anymore – have we had enough of social media fitness.
25th August 2022

Fit & Well
Shoulder bodyweight exercises to build a stronger upper body.
16th August 2022

Shape
Kate Hudson Just Made a Tough Pilates Move Look Easy — Here’s How to Try It at Home.
10th August 2022

Metro
How to reach 10,000 steps a day without going for a walk?
3rd August 2022

Live Science
Does exercise in heat burn more calories?
1st August 2022

Metro
How to cool down after a heatwave workout.
15th July 2022

Marie Claire
Is cycling a good workout?
July 2022

Irish Examiner
Science says you can cram weekly exercise into a weekend
July 2022

Stylist
How to build and maintain muscle
July 2022

Evening Standard
Best stretch mark products
June 2022

Men’s Health
Helen O’Leary answers your questions about managing pain
June 2022

Stylist
Exercise to improve jaw pain
June 2022

Metro
Simple lunchtime exercises to boost brain power
May 2022

Stylist
Benefits of 20 minutes of exercise a day
May 2022

Training Matters
The mental and physical benefits of an active lifestyle
May 2022

Fit & Well
Instagram Live: Pilates for posture
May 2022

Metro
Simple lunchtime exercises to boost brain power
May 2022

Live Science
Is running bad for your knees?
April 2022

Metro
How to take care of your body while working from bed.
April 2022

Styllist
Long Covid recovery: “The mindful movement and supplements that helped soothe my long Covid symptoms”.
March 2022

Triathlon
The best Pilates exercises for triathletes to help strengthen feet and ankles
March 2022

John Lewis
Soothe tired muscles with these at-home tips from an expert.
March 2022

The Telegraph
Why Sitting Down Can Kill You – And How To Cure Your Backpain (for good).
Jan 2022

Cosmopolitan
12 of our fave inclusive fitness classes (for all abilities, shapes, and identities).
Jan 2022

Archives 2021

220Triathlon.com
How can Pilates improve your triathlon performance?
Nov 2021

Metro
Try these Pilates exercises to strengthen your lower back
Oct 2021

 

Daily Mail
Good Health at the Daily Mail
Oct 2021

Fit and Well
What is cross training
Aug 2021

Icenisilver
How do periods effect running, and what can you do about it?
July 2021