The history of Pilates began nearly 100 years ago. Over time, this unique form of bodywork gave rise to many different camps and schools of thought, which can broadly be divided into teaching schools founded and spread by the direct students of the method’s creato...
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It All Starts with the Hundred (The Hundred)
I’ve got a problem, okay, I’m basically dying trying to do The Hundred. Jay Grimes is standing over me, and I have the feeling he’s kind of chuckling. This is my first lesson with him, and after five years of regular practice and teaching Pilates, I fe...
Pilates Day: a global celebration
Pilates Day is celebrated worldwide and serves as a wonderful reminder that we are all united by our love for the method and movement. Balanced Body reached out to studios from various corners of the globe to ask what makes their spaces unique and how they plan to...
Self-Confidence, Not Comparison! Well-Being in the Warmer Months
The warmer months are approaching, often a welcome respite during holidays, vacations, wearing fewer clothes, and spending more time outdoors, but they can also intensify the urge to compare ourselves to others, which can drastically affect our sense of...
Office Chair Workout Circuit
It has been 6 years since I had my own "quiet space" in the office. For the most part, the upper floor of my house has been designated as storage – a few beds, a bathroom, and the option: "just throw it in the first room and close the door!" This summer I decided...
Simple Strategies for Successful Workshop Management
Do you have something to share with others? Are you interested in additional income for your studio, beyond working with clients? Maybe you want to travel and teach in other places, getting paid for it? Or perhaps all of the above! Great. So what's next? How to organize...
Padel and Pilates: Why Padel Players Are the New Target Audience for Your Studio?
Padel is currently the fastest-growing racquet sport in Poland. Courts are increasing, along with... injuries and players looking for ways to improve their performance. As a Pilates studio owner, you have a tool they desperately need. Find out why Pilates is...
2025 with Balanced Body Poland: Not Just a Reformer, But a Total Business Power Up!
The year 2025 is behind us – instead of a boring summary, we have an interesting story to tell. It was a year when studios with Balanced Body equipment grew stronger (and we did everything to make it easier for them). See how we conquered the Pilates market in Poland to...
Pilates for Riders: Achieve Stability in the Saddle and a Deep Connection with Your Horse
Horseback riding requires extraordinary balance, strength, and body awareness. Are you frustrated that your horse isn't responding properly to your commands? Do you struggle to maintain a stable saddle? Do you feel exhausted after a ride? Pilates is a proven workout tha...
Disinfecting Pilates Equipment: Hygiene and Safety in the Studio
Many of you are wondering how to ensure the highest possible safety for yourself and your clients during work. Maintaining the highest hygiene standards in a Pilates studio has become a given. It is not only a matter of good practice but primarily a sign of professional...
