10 MINUTE PILATES BASICS FOR BEGINNERS (WORKOUT PARED RIGHT BACK FOR EVERYONE!) In this 10 minute mini masterclass I’ll show you the gentlest way to get started with Pilates and some of my favourite little tricks I’ve built up and tested in 20 years of teaching Pilates. I’ve built up…
IS 10 MINUTES OF PILATES EVERY DAY ENOUGH TO BE EFFECTIVE? (BEST EXERCISE TIPS) Is it really possible to get the benefits of #pilates from just 10 minutes of Pilates every day? If your time poor it can be difficult to get out to do an hour long class or…
How to choose your first buggy or travel system. When it comes to getting-ready-for-baby investment purchases, choosing and buying your first buggy or travel system is up there with buying a car. The notable exception being there’s a good chance you’ll end up changing your car to meet your travel…
How to do Pilates when you’ve got period or tummy pain When you have Adenomyosis/Endometriosis it can make Pilates uncomfortable and difficult. Whenever your tummy is inflamed or swollen, either from period related pain or excess abdominal fat, your abdominal muscles will be stretched/distended. If Pilates is your go to,…
How to use Pilates to help back pain when you’re standing during pregnancy. Here are some of my best tips for standing more comfortably when you’re pregnant I’ve been a pre and post natal fitness and Pilates expert for over 18 years, so I’ve seen hundreds of women through their pregnancies. During that…
How to survive headaches and migraines during pregnancy If you’re struggling with persistent headaches or migraines during pregnancy you are not alone. It’s estimated that 15 to 20 percent of pregnant women have migraines. But what causes them? How can you prevent or manage them? And are they harmful to…
Common questions about Pilates and Prosecco If you’ve never been to my Pilates and Prosecco evening before, you can be forgiven for being a little confused about how it all works. Do you do Pilates with the Prosecco? Do you need to be a regular Pilates attendee? Is it…
If you’re new to Pilates with me, new to the area or new to pregnancy, you may have a lot of questions. It’s completely understandable. So I’ve taken all the frequently asked questions and popped them below. Got more? Do get in touch and I’ll a) answer them and b)…
Why the extreme tiredness during pregnancy Karen? Is it normal? It’s one of the questions I get asked a lot in my prenatal Pilates classes in Epping and online. Tiredness during Pregnancy Pregnancy fatigue is tiredness to beat all tiredness. If you’re in it, you are possible dropping off round…
Why do I keep getting pregnancy leg cramps? Cramps Leg cramps. Hip cramps. Foot cramps. Toe cramps. Jiggly or restless legs. You name it. I’ve heard about it! “Karen, I’m getting really bad pregnancy leg cramps. Especially at night. What can I do about it?” The short answer is: Stretch…
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