Joseph Pilates in NYC Studio According to Joesph Pilates' Return to Life Through Contrology, first published in 1945, there are six guiding principals for the exercises. Contrology is defined as "the complete coordination of body, mind, and spirit." Through Pilates discipline performed correctly at least 4 times per week and…
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Category: Pilates
Myth or Fact? The Top 5 Myths about the Pilates Method
Small Group Training WellBarre Pilates Stoneham, MA As a Pilates Instructor and studio owner I am aware of the many myths surrounding Pilates when clients are new to Pilates Method. When clients are new to Pilates there tends to be a lot of misconception about what Pilates is and what…
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Ladies who inspire us…meet Jackie Jackson
Meet Jackie Jackson... We caught up with Jackie to find out what inspired her to create JFit Athletic wear. Jackie has created beautiful athletic wear that fits all bodies, is comfy, looks amazing and is affordably priced. Jackie designs all of her own leggings and sends her designs to manufacturer…
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Pilates Post Breast Cancer
As the daughter of a breast cancer survivor, I am struck by the devastation of the diagnosis and the few resources made available to women post treatment. If you are like me and watched someone you love go through very grueling breast cancer treatment, or have undone breast cancer treatment…
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October Member Spotlight-Paula
We wanted to speak to Paula about her commitment to Pilates...she's been coming to WellBarre Pilates for over a year and we are incredibly proud of her progress. We asked Paula how she got started with Pilates...here's what she had to say: "I’m been coming to WellBarre Pilates for just…
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What Should I Eat Before Pilates Class? Tips for Pre-Pilates Nutrition
I am often asked about what to eat before a Pilates Class. More often than not people come in either on a too full stomach or haven’t eaten for many hours and don’t have the calorie reserves to fuel their workout. Here are a few helpful tips on Pre-Pilates meals…
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Member Spotlight Laura D.
Pilates Inspiration - Laura D. Laura is a true inspiration when it comes to regular Pilates practice. Her dedication can be seen in her almost daily discipline, her amazing strength and flexibility. Laura is in phenomenal physical condition and never quits on herself. Here is what she had to say…
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I Need to Lose Weight…Is Pilates Right For Me?
If you are struggling with getting started with Pilates because you think it’s only for the ultra-slim ballerina body-types, you may want to rethink this myth. Although Pilates is known for creating dancer-like physiques by sculpting long and lean muscle, Pilates is design ed for all body-types. In fact, Pilates…
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Member Spotlight – Crystal S.
Member Spotlight - Crystal S. WellBarre Pilates is featuring Crystal this month because we are so incredibly proud of her and she exemplifies just what can happen when Pilates becomes part of your routine. Crystal started doing private training due to a common hip injury, creating an imbalance in the…
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Happy Annivesary WellBarre Pilates!
Dear Studio Members, As the studio reaches it's one-year anniversary, I want to take the time tor reach out to our members. We couldn't be more thrilled to have landed, quite "accidentally" in the Stoneham Community. Many of you know that we opened only briefly in Melrose. Moving-out of our…
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