If you've been feeling stuck in a rut with your Pilates practice, or if you're simply looking for ways to add some new challenges and keep things interesting, these tips are for you! We'll explore five key ways to "spring clean" your workout routine, incorporating the latest trends and keeping your workouts fun and effective.
Read MoreAs the days grow longer and the weather warms, the allure of the outdoors beckons us to refresh our fitness routines. This spring, Fuse Pilates invites you to blend the art of Pilates with the beauty of nature, creating a harmonious balance of indoor and outdoor activities that cater to your body and soul.
Read MoreWelcome to 2024, a year where we continue our journey with Pilates, embracing it not just as an exercise form but as a lifelong companion in our quest for holistic wellness. At Fuse Pilates, we understand that our community values the dual benefits of Pilates – its ability to nurture both body and mind. Let's use this knowledge to deepen our practice and remind ourselves why we return to the mat (or reformer, or ladder, or tower, or chair..), session after session.
Read MoreWhen it comes to Pilates, the mat and the apparatus are like old friends. But are you looking for a way to spice up your routine and elevate your Pilates experience? Say hello to Pilates props – the game-changers that can take your workout to the next level while keeping the principles of Pilates at the core.
Read MoreAt Fuse Pilates, we've seamlessly integrated HIIT elements into some of our Pilates workouts to create a truly dynamic and challenging experience. So, roll out your mat, grab hold of the Fuse Ladder, or hop on the Reformer with jump boards, and let's dive into the world of Pilates fusion workouts!
Read MoreAre you ready to unlock the power of Mat Pilates and embark on a journey of increased flexibility and strength? Whether you're a beginner or an experienced practitioner, Mat Pilates offers a versatile and accessible way to transform your mind and body.
Read MoreWe see you, spending long hours hunched over your screens, battling back pain, neck tension, and those hips that feel like they've been trapped in a vise. Fear not, for Pilates is here!
Read MorePilates is a workout particularly well-suited for diastasis recti because of it’s naturally low impact exercises and focus on activating all the muscles related to your core.
Read MoreAs we’re all familiar, Washington D.C. is a bustling city filled with hard-working professionals who lead busy lives. Between work, family, and social commitments, finding time to exercise can indeed be a challenge. We know our home in Northwest DC is always buzzing. That's why a regular Pilates practice is the perfect workout for busy Washingtonians.
Read MoreNBA superstar Kevin Durant has credited Pilates with helping him rehab an Achilles tendon injury. New York Giants defensive lineman Dexter Lawrence was heard on mic touting the benefits of Pilates during a game last football season. And Exhale Pilates London recently posted an Instagram clip of boxers, soccer players and pop star Harry Styles tagged #mendopilatestoo.
Read MoreMat Pilates is one of the most popular forms of exercise, and for good reason. It’s a low-impact, full-body workout that can be adapted to suit people of all ages and abilities.
Read MorePilates has been around since the early 20th century, and it's only getting more popular. When we think of Pilates, we often think of a certain kind of exercise: the kind that involves a lot of stretching, and bending, and holding challenging positions. But what you may not know is that there are two kinds of Pilates—contemporary and classical—and each has its own benefits.
Read MoreNew Years comes at a time when people look back at the past year and make an effort to improve themselves as the new year begins - in this specific period in history where turmoil seems rampant and change is ever-present, it’s no surprise folks want to set themselves up for good things.
Read Moret goes without saying that Pilates is great to practice all year round, but we’re no strangers to how the seasons can change your mood and habits, especially when it comes to a fitness routine. We’re here to provide answers to common questions as well as key areas of benefit to keeping up with (or start!) a regular Pilates routine this winter.
Read MoreWe are a population of chair-shaped humans. Blame it on technology, work practices, over-reliance on cars, whatever it is - the good news is that it's never too late to do something about it.
Read MoreWe often talk about the physical benefits of Pilates. Increased strength and muscle tone, more flexibility, better posture, etc. However, some of the most important benefits of Pilates are for our mental and emotional health as well.
Here are three “unseen” benefits of Pilates…
Read MoreAs a human, most of us will experience some type of back pain at one point or another during our life. For some of us, this pain might be due to an injury such as a car accident or a fall. For others, the pain might just come on for no apparent reason. One day you wake up with back pain, or you simply put the key into the car and feel that slight twinge which increases with intensity to a full-out “pain in the back”. For most of us, this back pain can be prevented and relieved with Pilates exercises.
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