This source presents an interview with Caroline Berger de Fémynie, an experienced STOTT PILATES® trainer. The discussion focuses on the common doubts and challenges new instructors face during their initial training days, such as feelings of inadequacy, difficulty recalling information, and struggles with verbalizing concepts. Caroline reassures aspiring teachers that these feelings are normal and even beneficial, indicating a deeper integration of knowledge rather than a failure. She emphasizes that legitimacy is built through sincere engagement and continuous learning, not the absence of doubt. Ultimately, the interview underscores that the journey to becoming a Pilates instructor is a transformative and growth-oriented process, demanding patience and perseverance.

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💬 The truth is, what really matters is passing your exam.
That’s why our entire Biopilates team is here to support you step by step, by asking you one question each day.
A real question. An instructor’s question.
Sometimes about a muscle, sometimes about an exercise — but always essential.

And the answer?
You’ll find it in the book I wrote for you:
“Anatomy and Pilates : review and exam preparation: The body from head to toe 

” – Caroline Berger de Fémynie.

Each page is designed to guide you, structure your learning, and reassure you.
And every day, thanks to our podcasts, you can go deeper, listen differently, and review in new ways.

📘 Book + audio + support = total success.
Because yes, it’s demanding.
But yes — you can succeed.
And no, you won’t be alone.

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Have you ever wondered how the mastery of advanced Pilates exercises like control balance can transform your practice and enhance your overall movement intelligence? Join host Caroline Berger de Fémynie in this enlightening episode of 🧘‍♀️ Biopilates Deep Dive, where we delve into the intricacies of this challenging Pilates technique designed for seasoned practitioners. Control balance is not just an exercise; it’s a profound test of your ability to stabilize and coordinate movements while maintaining a strong core and proper alignment.

Steeve emphasizes the vital role of proprioceptive awareness, guiding you through the essential muscle activations, particularly the teres major and minor, that are crucial for achieving optimal control. Understanding the relationship between muscle activation and inhibition is key, and Steeve introduces the concept of functional muscular inhibition, which is fundamental for achieving fluid movement. This episode is a treasure trove of insights into the biomechanics in Pilates, perfect for anyone interested in the modern Pilates approach.

As you listen, you will gain a deeper appreciation for the neurological aspects of Pilates, discovering how mastery of control balance involves conscious repetition and the refining of motor patterns. Steeve’s expert guidance will help you navigate through the mechanics of this advanced technique, making it accessible and understandable. Whether you are a Pilates instructor in training or an enthusiast seeking to deepen your practice, this episode provides invaluable pilates techniques that can elevate your experience.

Join us for this rich exploration of control balance and its profound impact on your Pilates journey. Whether you’re based in Paris or anywhere in the world, the principles shared in this episode are universally applicable. Discover how the pilates method can lead to muscle preservation, combat sarcopenia, and enhance movement quality. This episode of 🧘‍♀️ Biopilates Deep Dive is not just about mastering an exercise; it’s about embracing a lifestyle of conscious movement and understanding the intricate dance between body and mind.

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to refine your practice and gain insights that could transform your approach to Pilates. Tune in now and embark on a journey toward mastering control balance and experiencing the profound benefits it brings to your overall well-being!

🎙️ Biopilates Deep Dive is a multilingual educational podcast created and led by Caroline Berger de Fémynie and the entire Biopilates Deep Dive team.

A certified STOTT PILATES® instructor, founder of the Studio Biopilates Paris, and author of the book “Prepare for Your Pilates Exam – Mat & Reformer”, Caroline guides you each day with clarity, expertise, and care.

This podcast offers a deep exploration of the STOTT PILATES® method by Merrithew, combining anatomical precision, conscious movement, and pedagogical rigor.

🧠 Each episode dives into an exercise, a key principle, an anatomical structure, or a teaching strategy — helping you refine your eye, prepare for certification, or expand your teaching with depth and confidence.

🌍 Available in multiple languages (French, English, Arabic, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese), the podcast supports students and instructors around the world.

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🎙️ Biopilates Deep Dive is a multilingual educational podcast created and led by Caroline Berger de Fémynie and the entire Biopilates Deep Dive team.

A certified STOTT PILATES® instructor, founder of the Studio Biopilates Paris, and author of the book “Prepare for Your Pilates Exam – Mat & Reformer”, Caroline guides you each day with clarity, expertise, and care.

This podcast offers a deep exploration of the STOTT PILATES® method by Merrithew, combining anatomical precision, conscious movement, and pedagogical rigor.

🧠 Each episode dives into an exercise, a key principle, an anatomical structure, or a teaching strategy — helping you refine your eye, prepare for certification, or expand your teaching with depth and confidence.

🌍 Available in multiple languages (French, English, Arabic, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese), the podcast supports students and instructors around the world.

🎧 SEASON 1 – Matwork & Barrels
A deep dive into foundational mat exercises and their applications on the Spine Corrector and Ladder Barrel. Alignment, breath, and embodied understanding.

🎧 SEASON 2 – Reformer
Step-by-step breakdowns of essential and intermediate Reformer series, with cues, corrections, and clear anatomical focus.

🎧 SEASON 3 – Exam Preparation
One question a day to help you prepare for your Matwork or Reformer certification — without overwhelm. All answers can be found in the book.

🎧 SEASON 4 – Pilates, Injuries & Special Populations
Adaptations, contraindications, and case-based teaching strategies for working with vulnerable or diverse clients.

🎧 SEASON 5 – Cadillac
Progressive work on the Cadillac: suspension, breath, core stability, and multidirectional freedom.

🎧 SEASON 6 – Chair (Stability Chair)
A focus on loaded movement, vertical alignment, and functional strength through precise Chair work.

📘 The podcast is designed to complement the book
“Prepare for Your Pilates Exam – Mat & Reformer” by Caroline Berger de Fémynie,
available in bilingual edition on Amazon.

💡 Whether you’re in training, transitioning careers, or simply passionate about conscious movement,
Caroline and the entire Biopilates Deep Dive team are here to guide you each day — toward a golden profession.

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Vous êtes-vous déjà demandé comment un exercice avancé comme Control Balance pouvait transformer votre pratique du Pilates et affiner votre compréhension du mouvement conscient ?
Dans cet épisode éclairant de 🧘‍♀️ Biopilates Deep Dive, Caroline Berger de Fémynie vous guide à travers les subtilités de ce mouvement exigeant et vous présente les fondations nécessaires pour le maîtriser pleinement.

En mettant l’accent sur la préparation du corps, la stabilité du centre et la précision de l’alignement, Steeve souligne l’importance d’activer les bons muscles — notamment le grand rond et le petit rond — pour construire une stabilité profonde, fluide et durable.

En explorant les principes de la biomécanique appliquée au Pilates, il introduit la notion d’inhibition musculaire fonctionnelle : un mécanisme essentiel qui permet d’éviter les co-contractions inutiles et de conserver l’efficacité du mouvement.
Cet épisode ne se contente pas de décrire un exercice : il vous plonge dans la science du mouvement. Vous découvrirez comment les pratiquants avancés apprennent à activer et désactiver certains muscles avec discernement, afin de rester centrés et équilibrés, même dans l’instabilité.

Cette approche subtile est précieuse pour celles et ceux qui pratiquent le Pilates en rééducation, en récupération, ou dans le cadre d’une formation professionnelle.

Control Balance est bien plus qu’un simple exercice : c’est une démonstration d’intelligence corporelle, où le mouvement s’exécute sans jamais compromettre la stabilité.
Steeve y met en lumière les valeurs fondamentales du Pilates moderne : respect des structures, économie du geste, stabilisation pelvienne, conscience du centre.

Pour celles et ceux qui s’orientent vers une reconnaissance internationale en Pilates, cet épisode offre un éclairage précieux. Il crée un lien clair entre la théorie, la pédagogie et la pratique.

Rejoignez-nous pour découvrir l’élégance du Control Balance et son importance dans l’héritage Pilates.
Que vous soyez débutant curieux ou enseignant chevronné, cet épisode vous donnera des repères concrets : erreurs fréquentes à éviter, astuces pour affiner vos séances, mobilisation du Reformer, ou encore conseils d’ajustement et de progression.

🎧 Ne manquez pas cette occasion de nourrir votre pratique avec précision et profondeur, tout en développant l’autorité calme qui naît d’un mouvement conscient.

🎙️ Biopilates Deep Dive est un podcast multilingue créé et animé par Caroline Berger de Fémynie et l’équipe Biopilates Deep Dive.

Instructrice certifiée STOTT PILATES®, fondatrice du Studio Biopilates Paris et autrice du livre Préparer l’examen Pilates – Mat & Reformer, Caroline vous guide avec clarté, expertise et bienveillance.

Le podcast explore en profondeur la méthode STOTT PILATES® de Merrithew, en alliant précision anatomique, mouvement conscient et rigueur pédagogique.

🧠 Chaque épisode décortique un exercice, un principe fondamental, une structure anatomique ou une stratégie d’enseignement — pour affiner votre regard, renforcer votre transmission, ou préparer vos certifications.

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💬 The truth is, what really matters is passing your exam.
That’s why our entire Biopilates team is here to support you, step by step, by asking you one question each day.
A real question. An instructor’s question.
Sometimes about a muscle, sometimes about an exercise… but always essential.

And the answer?
You’ll find it in the book I wrote for you:
“The Body from Head to Toe. Anatomy and Pilates – Review and Exam Preparation” – Caroline Berger de Fémynie.

Each page is designed to guide you, structure your learning, and reassure you.
And every day, through our podcasts, you can go deeper, listen differently, and review with clarity.

📘 Book + audio + daily guidance = total success.
Because yes, it’s demanding.
But yes — you can succeed.
And no, you won’t be alone.

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Ti sei mai chiesto come un movimento semplice possa rivelare i segreti della stabilità e dell’equilibrio nel tuo corpo?
Unisciti a Caroline Berger de Fémynie in questo episodio illuminante di 🧘‍♀️ Biopilates Deep Dive, dove esploriamo un esercizio fondamentale del repertorio STOTT PILATES® sul Reformer: il Footwork in seconda posizione.

Questo episodio è una vera miniera d’oro per comprendere la biomeccanica applicata al Pilates, con un focus preciso su due muscoli essenziali: il peroneo lungo e il peroneo breve, situati sul lato esterno della gamba. Comprendere la loro funzione è fondamentale per chi desidera approfondire la propria pratica del Pilates, poiché questi muscoli sono chiave per l’allineamento e la stabilità articolare.

Esplorando le sfumature di questo esercizio, Caroline sottolinea l’importanza della consapevolezza corporea e della precisione. Anche i movimenti più semplici, se eseguiti con cura, possono migliorare notevolmente l’intelligenza muscolare e la comunicazione neuromuscolare.

L’episodio mette in evidenza le quattro principali proprietà funzionali dei muscoli scheletrici: eccitabilità, contrattilità, estensibilità ed elasticità. Questi concetti non sono solo termini scientifici: sono le basi del movimento efficace, soprattutto nel Pilates riabilitativo o preventivo.

Che tu sia un insegnante esperto o un principiante, troverai in questo episodio variazioni pratiche per adattare il Footwork a diversi livelli. Scoprirai come modificare la respirazione, utilizzare bande elastiche e affinare la propriocezione per migliorare il coinvolgimento muscolare. Queste tecniche sono preziose per chi adotta un approccio al Pilates contemporaneo, rigoroso e riconosciuto a livello internazionale.

Al centro di questo episodio, c’è un messaggio chiave: un movimento efficace nasce da fondamenta stabili.
I muscoli peronei svolgono un ruolo cruciale in questa stabilità, e conoscerli meglio può trasformare il tuo approccio al Pilates, in particolare nel lavoro sulla stabilizzazione del bacino, nella prevenzione della sarcopenia e nella salvaguardia muscolare attiva.

🎧 Unisciti a Caroline allo Studio Biopilates Paris per un episodio ricco di conoscenze esperte, indicazioni concrete e didattica raffinata.
Che tu gestisca uno studio, ti stia preparando alla certificazione o voglia semplicemente approfondire la tua pratica personale, questo episodio di Biopilates Deep Dive è pensato per ispirarti e farti crescere.

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Dans cet épisode, je vous emmène explorer un exercice avancé de la méthode STOTT PILATES® : le Hip Twist. Nous analysons en détail le rôle du triceps brachial et de l’anconé dans la stabilité des bras, et découvrons comment la répétition consciente permet une reprogrammation du système nerveux.
Entre anatomie, pédagogie, danse, et neurosciences, ce podcast vous invite à affiner votre pratique et à faire confiance à l’intelligence du corps.

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Cette interview exclusive avec Gandour, un cheval, explore la biomécanique du placement de la tête et des cervicales, soulignant leur importance cruciale pour l'équilibre et le mouvement, tant chez les équidés que chez les humains. Gandour explique que le port de la tête n'est jamais isolé, mais dépend de la liberté du dos et de la confiance, insistant sur le rôle des micro-ajustements et des muscles profonds plutôt que superficiels. La conversation établit des parallèles entre l'anatomie équine et humaine, notamment concernant les vertèbres C1-C2 et l'activation des muscles profonds pour une mobilisation intelligente. Enfin, Gandour conseille des exercices de Pilates et propose une approche pédagogique douce, encourageant la conscience de l'axe corporel pour un alignement naturel et harmonieux.

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The source presents an exclusive interview with Gandour, a horse, about the biomechanics of head and neck placement. Gandour explains that proper head carriage in both horses and humans is not an isolated action but depends on overall body balance, starting with a free back and gentle intention. The discussion highlights the subtle yet crucial role of micro-adjustments and the distinction between deep stabilizing muscles and superficial tension muscles in the neck. Gandour emphasizes the analogy between equine and human posture, connecting ideal head alignment to core stability and spinal mobility, and recommends Pilates exercises, such as cranio-vertebral flexion, to improve this alignment. Ultimately, the interview emphasizes that true alignment is an emergence of natural balance, rather than a forced position, which is crucial for both physical well-being and refined movement.

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