A Respected Pilates Historian Explains the Variety of Breathing Techniques Kathy Corey is our undisputed expert on the history of Joseph Pilates and the revered ‘second generation’ of Pilates instructors, many of whom she studied with. So these recollections are first-hand! And as one who has challenged the legitimacy of our more complicated breathing instructions […]
Surprising Origin of the Pilates 'Center'
This Female Physician Influenced Joe Pilates Ideas We stand on the shoulders of giants, to paraphrase a line from Isaac Newton who credited the ideas of many who came before him. Likewise, Joseph Pilates, the ‘Einstein of Fitness’ had many to thank for his influential ideas. We often point to hatha yoga and the tradition […]
What's All the Buzz About the 'Core'
Why are core exercises so important to pro athletes and endorsed by physical therapists? Core strength effects the entire body. Pro athletes know that core strength significantly improves performance. Physical therapists know that core strength eliminates most back problems. This brief article describes just exactly why core strength is so transformative, and why Pilates does […]
Interview With Mat Pilates Instructor Bob Hannum
The Head of Our Team Was Interviewed By BusinessInterviews.com For those who want to know more about us, here’s a great interview with the head of our Buzz Staff, Bob Hannum. He’s the senior Pilates instructor on our team celebrating 40 years of teaching mat Pilates! And he has a fascinating history having been taught […]
Yoga or Pilates: Which One's Best For You?
A Brief Look at the Similarities and Differences! This is an excellent article by the Fitness Director of a major fitness facility in San Jose, California. As an instructor of both Pilates and hatha yoga, I find this a brief and informative look at Pilates and yoga. Both are wonderful. Joseph Pilates was familiar with […]
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