How to Know When It’s Time to Pivot: Lessons From Our Crisis and Studio’s Relaunch

A framework for teachers and studio owners to reassess, realign, and rebuild with clarity.

Every movement professional reaches a moment when something feels “off.”
Sometimes it’s a quiet resistance. Sometimes it’s a deep fatigue. A crisis. And sometimes, it arrives all at once.

In this relaunch episode of The Pilates Exchange, Hannah shares why she and Christian paused, reassessed, and began reshaping their work and lives after years of building a studio, a team, and an online platform — while slowly losing themselves in the process.

This episode isn’t about dramatic reinvention.
It’s about noticing earlier, listening more closely, and making thoughtful changes before burnout decides for you.

We explore why regular check-ins matter, how misalignment often hides in plain sight, and what it looks like to take responsibility for the systems we create — personally, professionally, and as leaders in the movement industry.

This conversation sets the tone for the next chapter of The Pilates Exchange: one rooted in sustainability, clarity, and honest reflection.

In the next episode, Christian and Hannah share the full story of the pivot that reshaped everything.

Resources Mentioned

🌀 The Burnout Spiral — Reflection & Recovery Guide
👉 https://www.performance-fit-online.com/burnout-spiral-reflection-and-recovery-guide

This episode is for anyone navigating the world of hip replacements—whether you’re a movement teacher facing surgery, a curious student, or a trainer working with post-op clients.

I share my own journey from hip arthroscopy to anterior hip replacement, and we’ll cover:

• How to know when it’s time to consider surgery
• Pre-surgery physical and mental prep
• The real recovery timeline and what surprised me
• Understanding the differences between anterior, posterior, lateral, and SuperPATH surgical approaches
• Finding a surgeon who understands your profession
• Adapting your practice and teaching afterward
• Growth mindset and what resilience really looks like in healing

📌 Why This Matters:

As movement professionals, we rely on our bodies—not just to work, but to teach through example. But when that body needs help, knowledge is power. This episode empowers you with perspective, practical tools, and maybe even a little courage.

📎 Mentioned in This Episode:

• What I wish I knew before the surgery
• Pre-hab and Rehab tips
• Questions to ask your surgeon
• How to support clients after hip replacement

📣 Call to Action:

If this episode resonated, share it with a friend or student who might need to hear it. And if you’re going through this journey yourself—send me a message. You’re not alone.

 In this episode of The Pilates Exchange, Hannah explores the subtle (but powerful) shift from class leader to coach—and why it matters more than ever in today’s wellness world.
You’ll learn how to deepen your connection with clients, foster long-term growth, and create a movement experience that’s about more than just reps and flows. Whether you're brand new or decades into your teaching career, this episode will help you teach with more presence, confidence, and clarity.

In This Episode:

• The difference between class leaders and transformational coaches
• What clients actually remember from a session (hint: it’s not perfect transitions)
• How to use presence, reflection, and intentional cues to guide growth
• Simple coaching tools you can use in your next class
• Why growth mindset is your greatest teaching tool—and how to cultivate it

Download the Free Resource:
Need help navigating burnout? Grab your copy of our Burnout Reflection + Recovery Guide here:

Burnout Spiral Reflection and Recovery Guide

Perfectionism is sneaky. It whispers that we’re not ready, not enough, not doing it right. But what if the pressure to be perfect is actually holding you back from being a truly powerful teacher?
In this episode, Hannah explores how perfectionism shows up in teaching—and how to release it in favor of presence, growth, and joy. You'll walk away with real strategies to shift your mindset, reset your inner dialogue, and connect more deeply with your clients (and yourself).
Whether you're a new instructor or a seasoned pro, this episode will remind you: You don't need to be perfect to make an impact.

What We Cover:

• The hidden ways perfectionism shows up in teaching
• What clients really remember (spoiler: it’s not flawless transitions!)
• What perfectionism is costing you—and how to reclaim your energy
• The mindset shift from fixed to growth (with examples to reframe your self-talk)
• How to teach with confidence, even when things aren’t “just right”

Want more?

Download the Burnout Reflection & Recovery Guide — a free tool to help you reflect, recover, and reset your boundaries
Burnout Spiral Reflection and Recovery Guide

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Please add all the regular links and resources to the show note upload.Show Notes
What’s the difference between delivering a class and truly transforming someone’s experience through movement? In this episode of The Pilates Exchange, Hannah explores the subtle (but powerful) shift from class leader to coach—and why it matters more than ever in today’s wellness world.
You’ll learn how to deepen your connection with clients, foster long-term growth, and create a movement experience that’s about more than just reps and flows. Whether you're brand new or decades into your teaching career, this episode will help you teach with more presence, confidence, and clarity.

In This Episode:

• The difference between class leaders and transformational coaches
• What clients actually remember from a session (hint: it’s not perfect transitions)
• How to use presence, reflection, and intentional cues to guide growth
• Simple coaching tools you can use in your next class
• Why growth mindset is your greatest teaching tool—and how to cultivate it

Download the Free Resource:
Need help navigating burnout? Grab your copy of our Burnout Reflection + Recovery Guide here:

Burnout Spiral Reflection and Recovery Guide  (edited)

• Health Workshop link: Optimal Health | Performance Fit Online
• Waitlist Perfitly You Barre Teacher Training: Barre Teacher Training
• Warteliste Barre Ausbildung: Barre Ausbildung
• Free Ebook – 100 Pilates Class Themes: performance-fit-online.com/100-pilates-class-themes
• Free Ebook – Top Teaching Tips: performance-fit-online.com/top-teaching-tips
• Free Creativity Masterclass: mailchi.mp/pilates-studio-nuernberg/creativity-masterclass
• Train the Trainers: pilates-studio-nuernberg.com/train-the-trainers
• Connect with Us: [email protected]
• Performance Fit Pilates:

Burnout doesn’t always show up in a blaze—it often sneaks in quietly, disguised as “just a busy week.” In this episode of The Pilates Exchange, Hannah opens up about how burnout affects movement professionals and studio owners, how to spot the early warning signs, and what to do when you realize you’re heading down that spiral.
You’ll hear relatable stories, actionable strategies, and compassionate advice to help you reclaim your energy and your passion for teaching.
This episode is especially for anyone who’s been feeling exhausted, uninspired, or unsure how to set healthy boundaries in this demanding (but beautiful) line of work.

What We Cover:

• What burnout really is—and why it’s so common in the wellness world
• Early signs you might be ignoring (or explaining away)
• How to set boundaries that stick—from no-shows to last-minute texts
• Tools and tech that help you automate and protect your time
• Why joy, curiosity, and connection are your best burnout prevention
• Your free download: The Burnout Reflection & Recovery Guide

Download the Burnout Reflection & Recovery Guide
This companion resource includes reflection prompts, signs to watch for, and simple recovery tools.
Get it here: Burnout Spiral Reflection and Recovery Guide

• Health Workshop link: Optimal Health | Performance Fit Online
• Waitlist Perfitly You Barre Teacher Training: Barre Teacher Training
• Warteliste Barre Ausbildung: Barre Ausbildung
• Free Ebook – 100 Pilates Class Themes: performance-fit-online.com/100-pilates-class-themes
• Free Ebook – Top Teaching Tips: performance-fit-online.com/top-teaching-tips
• Free Creativity Masterclass: mailchi.mp/pilates-studio-nuernberg/creativity-masterclass
• Train the Trainers: pilates-studio-nuernberg.com/train-the-trainers
• Connect with Us: [email protected]
• Performance Fit Pilates: pilates-studio-nuernberg.com
• Performance Fit Pilates on Instagram: @‌performance_fit_pilates
• Performance Fit Pilates on YouTube: @‌PerformanceFitPilates
• Hannah Teutscher on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/hannah-teutscher

Feeling stuck isn’t failure—it’s feedback.

In this solo episode, Hannah dives into the common (but often quiet) experience of plateaus in Pilates, barre, and movement practice—and what to do when your clients hit them.

You’ll learn how to spot when someone’s motivation or progress has stalled and discover science-backed strategies from sports psychology to reignite momentum, reframe growth, and strengthen the coach-client connection.
Whether you’re a teacher, studio owner, or passionate mover yourself—this episode will remind you that progress is rarely linear, but it’s always possible.
Links and Resources:

• Train the Trainers: https://www.pilates-studio-nuernberg.com/train-the-trainers/
• Perfitly You® Barre Teacher Training: https://www.pilates-studio-nuernberg.com/barre-teacher-training/
• Perfitly You® Barre Trainer Ausbildung: https://www.pilates-studio-nuernberg.com/de/barre-trainer-ausbildung/
• Optimal Health Workshop: https://performance-fit-online.heymarvelous.com/product/79265
• Perfitly You Inspire Membership
• Free Creativity Challenge for Pilates Teachers: https://my.marvelouspages.com/performance-fit-online/free-creativity-challenge
• Free Ebook – 100 Pilates Class Themes: https://performance-fit-online.com/100-pilates-class-themes
• Free Ebook – Top Teaching Tips: https://performance-fit-online.com/top-teaching-tips
• Connect with us at: [email protected]
• Performance Fit Pilates: https://www.pilates-studio-nuernberg.com
• Performance Fit Pilates on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/performance_fit_pilates
• Performance Fit Pilates on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDvzuZtali0B3uWzVcwOH1Q
• Hannah Teutscher on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannah-teutscher/

If you’ve ever felt the pull toward something more—more creativity, more energy, more connection in your teaching—this episode is for you.

In this follow-up to our popular episode on adding modalities to your Pilates business, we dive deep into the power and possibility of Barre Teacher Training. Hannah shares her personal story of falling in love with barre, what inspired her to create the Perfitly You® method, and why this training is transforming how teachers lead, cue, and connect with their clients.

💡 In this episode, you’ll hear:

• How Hannah’s professional dance background shaped the Perfitly You® barre method
• Why barre offers more than just a great workout
• The biggest gaps in typical barre teacher trainings—and how this one fills them
• How the program blends science and artistry for truly empowered teaching
• Who this training is for (spoiler: not just dancers!)
• The emotional and professional growth teachers experience through the program
• A behind-the-scenes look at the online and in-person training options
• Real talk: What if you’re nervous or feel like you’re “not ready”?

🌟 This training is for you if you want to:

• Teach with clarity, confidence, and creativity
• Learn how to cue, correct, and structure your own classes
• Embrace inclusive, body-positive teaching for all levels
• Build a sustainable business doing what you love

📌 Join the Waitlist

Get early access to the next round of Perfitly You® Barre Teacher Training, plus an invitation to the virtual open house and exclusive early bird discounts.

English: Barre Teacher Training - Performance Fit Pilates - Hannah Teutscher

German: Barre Trainer Ausbildung - Performance Fit Pilates - Hannah Teutscher

Links and Resources:

• Train the Trainers: Train the Trainers - Performance Fit Pilates - Hannah Teutscher
• Perfitly You® Barre Teacher Training: Barre Teacher Training - Performance Fit Pilates - Hannah Teutscher
• Perfitly You® Barre Trainer Ausbildung: Barre Trainer Ausbildung - Performance Fit Pilates - Hannah Teutscher
• Optimal Health Workshop: Optimal Health | Performance Fit Online
• Perfitly You Inspire Membership
• Free Creativity Challenge for Pilates Teachers: Free Creativity Challenge
• Free Ebook – 100 Pilates Class Themes: 100 Pilates Class Themes
• Free Ebook – Top Teaching Tips: Top Teaching Tips
• Connect with us at: [email protected]
• Performance Fit Pilates: https://www.pilates-studio-nuernberg.com
• Performance Fit Pilates on Instagram: Instagram (@performance_fit_pilates)
• Performance Fit Pilates on YouTube: Performance Fit Pilates
• Hannah Teutscher on LinkedIn: https://www.linke

Is Pilates enough—or could adding another modality expand your impact, reignite your teaching, and support your clients more holistically?

In this episode, Hannah dives into the pros and cons of supplementing your Pilates practice or studio offerings with other modalities like barre, yoga, strength training, massage, and more. You'll explore how these additions can attract new clients, boost retention, enhance your creativity, and deepen your movement knowledge—but also where they can clash with your brand, stretch your capacity, or distract from your core purpose.

Whether you're a new teacher, experienced studio owner, or somewhere in between, this episode offers a grounded and thoughtful look at how to grow intentionally—without losing your Pilates identity.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

✔️ The 10 biggest benefits of expanding your teaching with a second modality
✔️ Potential pitfalls—and how to avoid them
✔️ Client avatars for different modalities and how they fit into your business
✔️ How to assess if you're ready (or not) to take on something new
✔️ Why a strong foundation is more important than new offerings
✔️ How to test a new idea without overcommitting

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Love this episode? Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share with a fellow teacher or studio owner who might benefit from the conversation.

Links and Resources:

• Train the Trainers: Train the Trainers - Performance Fit Pilates - Hannah Teutscher
• Perfitly You® Barre Teacher Training: Barre Teacher Training - Performance Fit Pilates - Hannah Teutscher
• Perfitly You® Barre Trainer Ausbildung: Barre Trainer Ausbildung - Performance Fit Pilates - Hannah Teutscher
• Optimal Health Workshop: Optimal Health | Performance Fit Online
• Perfitly You Inspire Membership
• Free Creativity Challenge for Pilates Teachers: Free Creativity Challenge
• Free Ebook – 100 Pilates Class Themes: 100 Pilates Class Themes
• Free Ebook – Top Teaching Tips: Top Teaching Tips
• Connect with us at: [email protected]
• Performance Fit Pilates: https://www.pilates-studio-nuernberg.com
• Performance Fit Pilates on Instagram: Instagram (@performance_fit_pilates)
• Performance Fit Pilates on YouTube: Performance Fit Pilates
• Hannah Teutscher on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannah-teutscher/

As Pilates teachers, we do more than guide movement—we help our clients build healthier lifestyles that support longevity, vitality, and overall well-being. In this episode, we go beyond the workout to explore how Pilates teachers can integrate the six pillars of Lifestyle Medicine into their teaching and create lasting impact.

Expect science-backed insights, expert quotes, and actionable teaching strategies to help clients thrive inside and outside the studio. Whether you're an experienced teacher or new to Pilates, this episode will give you the tools to elevate your coaching and empower your clients beyond their workouts.

What you'll learn in this episode:

✔️ How movement is medicine—and why Pilates plays a vital role in long-term health.
✔️ Current exercise and sleep guidelines—and how they relate to Pilates.
✔️ The connection between movement, stress relief, and mental well-being.
✔️ Why social connection matters for your clients' success and how to foster a welcoming studio culture.
✔️ How to encourage lifestyle shifts without overstepping professional boundaries.
✔️ Practical tips to seamlessly integrate Lifestyle Medicine principles into your classes.

LINKS:

• Health Workshop link: Optimal Health | Performance Fit Online
• Waitlist Perfitly You Barre Teacher Training: Barre Teacher Training
• Warteliste Barre Ausbildung: Barre Ausbildung
• Free Ebook – 100 Pilates Class Themes: performance-fit-online.com/100-pilates-class-themes
• Free Ebook – Top Teaching Tips: performance-fit-online.com/top-teaching-tips
• Free Creativity Masterclass: mailchi.mp/pilates-studio-nuernberg/creativity-masterclass
• Train the Trainers: pilates-studio-nuernberg.com/train-the-trainers
• Connect with Us: [email protected]
• Performance Fit Pilates: pilates-studio-nuernberg.com
• Performance Fit Pilates on Instagram: @‌performance_fit_pilates
• Performance Fit Pilates on YouTube: @‌PerformanceFitPilates
• Hannah Teutscher on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/hannah-teutscher

There are so many myths and misconceptions about Pilates that hold people back from experiencing its full benefits. Is Pilates just for flexibility? Do you need to be young, female, or a dancer to do it? Is Reformer Pilates the only "real" Pilates? In this episode, we bust 12 of the biggest Pilates myths using science, insights, and real-world situations. Whether you're a teacher trying to educate clients or a curious student, this episode will clear up misconceptions and help you see what Pilates truly offers.

💡 Expect actionable strategies for trainers to reframe these myths in their classes and studios—so they can attract, educate, and retain clients by showing what Pilates truly is.

What you'll learn in this episode:

✔️ The truth behind 12 of the biggest Pilates myths and why they persist
✔️ Scientific research that proves Pilates is more than just stretching
✔️ How Pilates helps athletes, older adults, and rehab clients alike
✔️ How teachers can reframe client misconceptions in their studios and classes
✔️ Actionable teaching strategies to build trust and bust myths in real time

LINKS:

Please include all the regular links and update this list to include the Optimal Health Workshop link: Optimal Health | Performance Fit Online

Waitlist Perfitly You Barre Teacher Training: Barre Teacher Training

Warteliste Barre Ausbildung: Barre Ausbildung