Pilates Students' Manual

Pilates Students' Manual

By Olivia BioniHealth & FitnessFitness
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Pilates Students' Manual episodes

  • Does Adding Springs Make Pilates Exercises Harder?

    Have you ever done an exercise in your Pilates and thought about adding a spring to make the exercise a bit harder? Today we deep dive into how the springs on Pilates apparatus support and challenge us, the limitations of adding springs and all things to keep in mind when adjusting the springs! Tune in!

    I want to hear from you! Share your thoughts and follow the podcast on Instagram and Facebook @pilatesstudentsmanual. Full show notes and episode transcription can be found on the podcast website here: https://bit.ly/PilatesStudentsManual. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast for updates, and rate and review wherever you listen!  Episodes now available on YouTube: *https://bit.ly/YouTubePSM*

    Email [email protected] with your feedback.

    Support the podcast:    

    Visit *links.oliviabioni.com/affiliates* and take advantage of some sweet deals on products I use and enjoy with my affiliate links!  


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    23 min
  • Season 5 Wrap Up

    Today we're wrapping up 2022 and Season 5 of Pilates Students' Manual! I share some exciting news, the season stats, and a look forward to what's coming up in 2023! Check out the show notes for this season's stats and learn more about my upcoming workshop at https://links.oliviabioni.com/cec!

    I want to hear from you! Share your thoughts and follow the podcast on Instagram and Facebook @pilatesstudentsmanual. Full show notes, episode transcription, and chapter markers can be found on the podcast website here: https://bit.ly/PilatesStudentsManual. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast for updates, and rate and review wherever you listen!  Episodes now available on YouTube: *https://bit.ly/YouTubePSM*

    Email [email protected] with your feedback.

    Show Notes:

    Stats from this season:

    • More than 12,000 listens to episodes in Season 5
    • Most listened to episode: Why Pilates Works with 2749 listens
    • iPhones and Apple Podcasts are the most popular device and podcast app
    • Top listening countries are the US, Australia, and the UK, but
    • Sydney is the top listening city, followed by Melbourne and Brisbane

    Thanks for tuning in this season! See you in 2022!

    Support the podcast:    


    Visit *links.oliviabioni.com/affiliates* and take advantage of some sweet deals on products I use and enjoy with my affiliate links!  


    Episode Music:

    This episode uses NCS music in compliance with https://ncs.io/usage-policy

    Track: Syn Cole - Gizmo [NCS Release]
    Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds.
    Watch: https://youtu.be/pZzSq8WfsKo
    Free Download / Stream: http://ncs.io/Gizmo

    Track: Syn Cole - Feel Good [NCS Release]
    Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds.
    Watch: https://youtu.be/q1ULJ92aldE
    Free Download / Stream: http://ncs.io/feelgood

    Support the show

    9 min
  • Is It Still Working If I Don't Feel It?

    Have you ever done an exercise in Pilates class and not felt it the way you thought you should, then thought you might be doing it wrong? I've been there, and I'm here to tell you feeling it is not a reliable indicator of success in Pilates. Tune in to learn more about why that's the case, and what might be a better goal for your Pilates practice. 

    I want to hear from you! Share your thoughts and follow the podcast on Instagram and Facebook @pilatesstudentsmanual. Full show notes, episode transcription, and chapter markers can be found on the podcast website here: https://bit.ly/PilatesStudentsManual. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast for updates, and rate and review wherever you listen!  Episodes now available on YouTube: *https://bit.ly/YouTubePSM*

    Email [email protected] with your feedback.

    Support the podcast:    

    Visit *links.oliviabioni.com/affiliates* and take advantage of some sweet deals on products I use and enjoy with my affiliate links!  


    Episode Music:

    This episode uses NCS music in compliance with https://ncs.io/usage-policy

    Track: Syn Cole - Gizmo [NCS Release]
    Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds.
    Watch: https://youtu.be/pZzSq8WfsKo
    Free Download / Stream: http://ncs.io/Gizmo

    Track: Syn Cole - Feel Good [NCS Release]
    Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds.
    Watch: https://youtu.be/q1ULJ92aldE
    Free Download / Stream: http://ncs.io/feelgood

    Support the show

    22 min
  • Keeping Your Pilates Practice Fresh

    When I first fell in love with Pilates, I wanted to do it all the time. As I continued my practice over the months and years, my enthusiasm for my practice has not always been consistent. This episode includes some strategies for keeping your Pilates practice fresh and engaging through the ebbs and flows of your movement adventure.

    I want to hear from you! Share your thoughts and follow the podcast on Instagram and Facebook @pilatesstudentsmanual. Full show notes, episode transcription, and chapter markers can be found on the podcast website here: https://bit.ly/PilatesStudentsManual. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast for updates, and rate and review wherever you listen!  Episodes now available on YouTube: *https://bit.ly/YouTubePSM*

    Email [email protected] with your feedback.

    Support the podcast:    

    Visit *links.oliviabioni.com/affiliates* and take advantage of some sweet deals on products I use and enjoy with my affiliate links!  


    Episode Music:

    This episode uses NCS music in compliance with https://ncs.io/usage-policy

    Track: Syn Cole - Gizmo [NCS Release]
    Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds.
    Watch: https://youtu.be/pZzSq8WfsKo
    Free Download / Stream: http://ncs.io/Gizmo

    Track: Syn Cole - Feel Good [NCS Release]
    Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds.
    Watch: https://youtu.be/q1ULJ92aldE
    Free Download / Stream: http://ncs.io/feelgood

    Support the show

    21 min
  • The Pilates Elders - Who Are They?

    Today we introduce the Pilates Elders, the first generation of Pilates teachers and students of Joseph Pilates himself. I share mini bios of the Elders, what I know about them from reading biographies, taking classes with second generation teachers, and meeting Elders in person. Tune in!

    I want to hear from you! Share your thoughts and follow the podcast on Instagram and Facebook @pilatesstudentsmanual. Full show notes, episode transcription, and chapter markers can be found on the podcast website here: https://bit.ly/PilatesStudentsManual. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast for updates, and rate and review wherever you listen!  Episodes now available on YouTube: *https://bit.ly/YouTubePSM*

    Email [email protected] with your feedback.

    Show Notes:

    Amazing books about the elders:

    • Cathy Strack's biography of Romana, Love All Around
    • Carola Trier's biography by Reiner Grootenhuis 
    • Ron Fletcher's Every Body Is Beautiful 
    • John Steel's Caged Lion


    Articles I found online:

    • Pilates history https://www.pilates.com/pilates/origins/
    • Jay Grimes' studio https://www.vintagepilates.com/
    • Mary Bowen's studio https://pilates-marybowen.com/
    • Lolita San Miguel's mentorship program http://www.lolitapilates.com/mentor-program/

    Also, Eve Gentry died in 1994. I don't know why I said 1944 in the episode.   

    Support the podcast:    

    Visit *links.oliviabioni.com/affiliates* and take advantage of some sweet deals on products I use and enjoy with my affiliate links!  


    Episode Music:

    This episode uses NCS music in compliance with https://ncs.io/usage-policy

    Track: Syn Cole - Gizmo [NCS Release]
    Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds.
    Watch: https://youtu.be/pZzSq8WfsKo
    Free Download / Stream: http://ncs.io/Gizmo

    Track: Syn Cole - Feel Good [NCS Release]
    Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds.
    Watch: https://youtu.be/q1ULJ92aldE
    Free Download / Stream: http://ncs.io/feelgood

    Support the show

    21 min
  • Physical Activity Guidelines

    What are the physical activity guidelines and why are they so important? Tune in to this episode to learn how your Pilates practice can help you meet them!

    I want to hear from you! Share your thoughts and follow the podcast on Instagram and Facebook @pilatesstudentsmanual. Full show notes, episode transcription, and chapter markers can be found on the podcast website here: https://bit.ly/PilatesStudentsManual. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast for updates, and rate and review wherever you listen!  Episodes now available on YouTube: *https://bit.ly/YouTubePSM*

    Email [email protected] with your feedback.

    Support the podcast:    

    Visit *links.oliviabioni.com/affiliates* and take advantage of some sweet deals on products I use and enjoy with my affiliate links!  


    Episode Music:

    This episode uses NCS music in compliance with https://ncs.io/usage-policy

    Track: Syn Cole - Gizmo [NCS Release]
    Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds.
    Watch: https://youtu.be/pZzSq8WfsKo
    Free Download / Stream: http://ncs.io/Gizmo

    Track: Syn Cole - Feel Good [NCS Release]
    Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds.
    Watch: https://youtu.be/q1ULJ92aldE
    Free Download / Stream: http://ncs.io/feelgood

    Support the show

    18 min
  • How To Get Better At Any Pilates Exercise

    Looking to improve in your Pilates practice? Today we explore strategies for learning a new movement skill and how to break down an exercise into its strength, flexibility, and coordination components. Once you know what part of the exercise is difficult for you, you can work on that part to improve.

    I want to hear from you! Share your thoughts and follow the podcast on Instagram and Facebook @pilatesstudentsmanual. Full show notes, episode transcription, and chapter markers can be found on the podcast website here: https://bit.ly/PilatesStudentsManual. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast for updates, and rate and review wherever you listen!  Episodes now available on YouTube: *https://bit.ly/YouTubePSM*

    Email [email protected] with your feedback.

    Support the podcast:    

    Visit *links.oliviabioni.com/affiliates* and take advantage of some sweet deals on products I use and enjoy with my affiliate links!  


    Episode Music:

    This episode uses NCS music in compliance with https://ncs.io/usage-policy

    Track: Syn Cole - Gizmo [NCS Release]
    Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds.
    Watch: https://youtu.be/pZzSq8WfsKo
    Free Download / Stream: http://ncs.io/Gizmo

    Track: Syn Cole - Feel Good [NCS Release]
    Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds.
    Watch: https://youtu.be/q1ULJ92aldE
    Free Download / Stream: http://ncs.io/feelgood

    Support the show

    21 min
  • A Closer Look At Teaser

    Teaser is one of those "peak" exercises that can be really difficult to master, so let's break it down! Tune in to hear some of my favorite tips, tricks, and variations for this challenging mat and reformer exercise!

    I want to hear from you! Share your thoughts and follow the podcast on Instagram and Facebook @pilatesstudentsmanual. Full show notes, episode transcription, and chapter markers can be found on the podcast website here: https://bit.ly/PilatesStudentsManual. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast for updates, and rate and review wherever you listen!  Episodes now available on YouTube: *https://bit.ly/YouTubePSM*

    Email [email protected] with your feedback.

    Support the podcast:    

    Visit *links.oliviabioni.com/affiliates* and take advantage of some sweet deals on products I use and enjoy with my affiliate links!  


    Episode Music:

    This episode uses NCS music in compliance with https://ncs.io/usage-policy

    Track: Syn Cole - Gizmo [NCS Release]
    Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds.
    Watch: https://youtu.be/pZzSq8WfsKo
    Free Download / Stream: http://ncs.io/Gizmo

    Track: Syn Cole - Feel Good [NCS Release]
    Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds.
    Watch: https://youtu.be/q1ULJ92aldE
    Free Download / Stream: http://ncs.io/feelgood

    Support the show

    23 min
  • Using Momentum In Pilates

    Have you heard that using momentum in Pilates is cheating? Today we debunk this myth by exploring how integral momentum is in Pilates exercises. how momentum can make exercises more accessible, and how momentum can make exercises more challenging as well. Tune in!

    I want to hear from you! Share your thoughts and follow the podcast on Instagram and Facebook @pilatesstudentsmanual. Full show notes, episode transcription, and chapter markers can be found on the podcast website here: https://bit.ly/PilatesStudentsManual. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast for updates, and rate and review wherever you listen!  Episodes now available on YouTube: *https://bit.ly/YouTubePSM*

    Email [email protected] with your feedback.

    Support the podcast:    

    Visit *links.oliviabioni.com/affiliates* and take advantage of some sweet deals on products I use and enjoy with my affiliate links!  


    Episode Music:

    This episode uses NCS music in compliance with https://ncs.io/usage-policy

    Track: Syn Cole - Gizmo [NCS Release]
    Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds.
    Watch: https://youtu.be/pZzSq8WfsKo
    Free Download / Stream: http://ncs.io/Gizmo

    Track: Syn Cole - Feel Good [NCS Release]
    Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds.
    Watch: https://youtu.be/q1ULJ92aldE
    Free Download / Stream: http://ncs.io/feelgood

    Support the show

    21 min
  • Returning To In Person Private Sessions

    If you had private sessions in person at your home, but went virtual for COVID, this episode is for you. Today we explore a behind the scenes look at what your teacher might be juggling and important considerations to keep in mind if you're interested in returning to in person sessions. Tune in!

    I want to hear from you! Share your thoughts and follow the podcast on Instagram and Facebook @pilatesstudentsmanual. Full show notes, episode transcription, and chapter markers can be found on the podcast website here: https://bit.ly/PilatesStudentsManual. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast for updates, and rate and review wherever you listen!  Episodes now available on YouTube: *https://bit.ly/YouTubePSM*

    Email [email protected] with your feedback.

    Support the podcast:    

    Visit *links.oliviabioni.com/affiliates* and take advantage of some sweet deals on products I use and enjoy with my affiliate links!  


    Episode Music:

    This episode uses NCS music in compliance with https://ncs.io/usage-policy

    Track: Syn Cole - Gizmo [NCS Release]
    Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds.
    Watch: https://youtu.be/pZzSq8WfsKo
    Free Download / Stream: http://ncs.io/Gizmo

    Track: Syn Cole - Feel Good [NCS Release]
    Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds.
    Watch: https://youtu.be/q1ULJ92aldE
    Free Download / Stream: http://ncs.io/feelgood

    Support the show

    24 min

About Pilates Students' Manual

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Helping you get the most out of your Pilates classes! If you love Pilates, or are just curious about it, this podcast is for you! I'm Olivia, and every week I'll will be diving into the who, what,…

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