The events of the past 12 months have transformed the way many of us work. For those of us fortunate enough to have the space, this transformation has largely been a positive experience, allowing us extra time with our love ones, and importantly, time for ourselves. However, for those trying to work in busy households, […]
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Most of us are familiar with the popular mind and body practice known as Pilates, even if we aren’t so familiar with its original name – Contrology. But what exactly are the origins of Contrology, and how did it evolve to become the one of the most popular physical fitness systems across the world today? […]
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This week we kicked off our new Saturday Club sessions with a special interactive workshop on the body’s most flexible yet vulnerable joint – the shoulder. You may not know that the shoulder girdle is made up of a set of intricate bones and muscles that all work together to form a joint which is […]
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Last month, we talked out about one of our core machines at mytime – the reformer. But there are two other pieces of equipment that are integral to our Pilates sessions: the trapeze table and the chair. Whereas the reformer is ostensibly a bed, the trapeze table and the chair offer slightly different frameworks which […]
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Over the next few months we’ll be taking a look at the various types of equipment used in Pilates. Arguably one of the most popular machines is the reformer, but what are its origins and why is it so beneficial for us? The reformer then and now It is perhaps no surprise that the reformer […]
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Many clients tell us about their experiences during the menopause and so in this instalment of our women’s health series, we take a closer look into the symptoms and what we can do to overcome them. So what is the menopause, anyway? From the Greek word menos (month) and pausis (cease) – and informally known […]
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As if January wasn’t busy enough with the arrival of our latest instructor, Jon, and the launch of our new eco-friendly clothing range; this month we have yet more exciting news! Mytime Pilates will be adding massage into the mix as we welcome Kent’s leading holistic physiotherapist, Karen Cain, to the team. Based upstairs in […]
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Work out in style and make a statement with your sportswear What we wear can say a lot about about our personality, and I for one love expressing myself through my wardrobe. And that’s no different when I’m in the studio. These days there is so much choice when it comes to activewear, so […]
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Three reasons men should try Pilates in 2019 It’s that time of year again when people think about improving their general fitness, and as the men among us go about making their new year’s exercise resolutions for 2019, there are bound to be a few who disregard Pilates as a frivolous fitness regime for […]
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Finding peace during the festivities to refuel As we head toward the festive season, it may seem obvious that taking a break from work will help you relax and de-stress. But in today’s fast-paced world, it’s actually much more important for your health than you may think. In fact, research has shown that taking […]
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