What does it take to keep legacy alive in a rapidly changing movement industry?

In this special episode of Three Questions, I sit down with two of the most influential voices in Pilates and movement education, Madeline Black and Elizabeth Larkam, to explore how decades of experience, curiosity, and collaboration can shape the future of our field.

We dig into the seven-year journey behind their groundbreaking two-volume work, Pilates Applications for Health Conditions, and why understanding the history, language, and evolution of movement is just as important as embracing innovation.

You’ll hear:
 ✅ How to honor the wisdom of past teachers while making space for new ideas
 ✅ Why clear, intentional language can transform your teaching and client results
 ✅ The role of collaboration in strengthening the Pilates and movement community

From the story behind their book project to candid reflections on aging, learning, and staying relevant, this conversation is packed with wisdom you can put into motion, no matter where you are in your career.

More About Madeline Black

Madeline Black is an internationally recognized movement educator, author, and creator of the Madeline Black Method™. With over 35 years of experience, she’s taught in more than 20 countries, written two influential books on Pilates and movement, and continues to work with clients and teachers worldwide from her practice in Sonoma, CA.

More About Elizabeth Larkam

Elizabeth Larkam is a leading international expert in fascia-focused movement and Pilates. She’s created programs for the San Francisco Ballet and Cirque du Soleil, authored and co-edited groundbreaking books, and teaches globally from her practice in Georgetown, Texas.

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