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Happy thanksgiving 🤙 . . . . #gratitude #thanks

Happy thanksgiving 🤙
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#gratitude #thanksgiving #pilates #contrology #powerhouse #classicalpilates #posture #core #coreworkout #pilatesforsurfers #surfinglife #surf #shaka #joepilates #pilateslovers #returntolife #sunset #vissla

I’m looking forward to sharing this workshop....

I’m looking forward to sharing this workshop....
Open to teachers and practitioners and anyone who’s a fan of breathing and moving.
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The session will include a short look into the relevant science behind the breath and how it relates to the Pilates method, followed by experiencing some powerful breathing exercises to calm, focus and prepare for the Pilates adventures ahead.
We’ll then dive into the mat work and experiment and explore how breathing can be used to create variations, challenge, and accessibility across the work. Simply put, exploring the use of the breath as a tool rather than a rule.
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Expect: Lots of moving, lots of fun and of course lots of deep lungfuls of Pilates adventure...
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It’s a virtual workshop so you have to provide your own mat and air.
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Link for details and registration in bio.
Hope to see you there 🤙
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#breath #breathe #breathworkshop #pilates #contrology #powerhouse #classicalpilates #posture #core #coreworkout #breathing #joepilates #pilateslovers #returntolife #inhale #breathingexercises

Leaning into the week... . Love straightening myse

Leaning into the week...
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Love straightening myself out and ending a session with this piece of apparatus 🤙
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#neckstretcher #gratz #pilates #contrology #powerhouse #classicalpilates #posture #core #coreworkout #cadillac #joepilates #pilateslovers #returntolife #pilatesforsurfers

#tbt Been sorting through some old photos and Foun

#tbt Been sorting through some old photos and Found this old pic from an adventure off the beaten track... back when adventures were still a thing... 🤙
I think the 📸 is by @7islandsurf who is always up for an adventure in search of waves...
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#adventure #surflife #surf #pilatesforsurfers #surftrainer #pilates #contrology #core #surffitness #wave #lineup

Square breath, also known as box breathing is one

Square breath, also known as box breathing is one of the best breathing tools in our stress busting anti-anxiety tool box!
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I’ve mentioned this epic practice before, but it’s always worth repeating and should be shared (so feel free to pass this round if you know of someone it might prove useful for).
Combine this with nasal breathing and it’s a winning combo!
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Remember, the breath is a tool not a rule, so feel free to play with the counts to suit your breathing patterns. If 4 is too long you can hold for less, or likewise feel free to challenge yourself and add a longer count. The goal is to focus on the breath and relax... So don’t let the breathing exercise (that you’re using to reduce anxiety) cause any stress 😍
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I’ve seen this technique work in so many cases from breaking the pattern of panic attacks, calming and focusing pre-athletic performance or even just as a great way to find some head space during day to day life...
So give it a go and let me know what you think.
It’s been a game changer for me in my life for sure!
I’d love to hear any of your stories of using this breath practice...
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If you’d like to learn more about this or other breathing techniques or practices, reach out.
To explore how the breath can be used as a tool rather than a rule in our Pilates practice, come join me in my virtual breath workshop next month. #linkinbio
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Have a great week and keep on breathing profoundly. 🤙
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#pilates #breathing #contrology #classicalpilates #reformer #breath #joepilates #squarebreath #boxbreath #anxiety #anxietyrelief #focus #breathingtechniques #pilatesbreath #inhale #exhale #breathe

Friday evening sundowner...
Have a great weekend 🤙
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#sundowner #pilates #coreworkout #basicmat #friyay #fridaynightworkout #contrology #classicalpilates #reformer #pilatesmat #joepilates #powerhouse #weekendvibes #pilateslovers #pilatesforsurfers #pilatesforathletes #surftrainer

Close your eyes for a moment and stop to notice ho

Close your eyes for a moment and stop to notice how you’re breathing...
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Life for many right now is busy, uncertain and filled with moments of anxiety or tension.
This has a direct effect on our breathing and subsequently our wellbeing...
But, good news, it works in the opposite direction too. Did you know breathing in turn can have a direct effect on our stress levels? This gives us an opportunity to gain some control over our stress response.
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Taking a moment each day to bring awareness to our breath is a great place to begin, and can have an immense positive impact on how we feel.
That can also include taking a metaphorical breath too. Taking time out for some movement, or meditation is a great way to improve our health and boost our immune system.
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If you could use any of these things, from movement, stress relieving breath practices or simply some cheering on from the sidelines, I’m here, so reach out.
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Visit the Azulfit YouTube channel for some simple breathing exercises to reduce stress, or join me for a workout.
I will also be leading a 2 hour workshop all about the breath. Here we’ll be moving, breathing and connecting to laugh and learn. So follow link in bio to breathe deeply together.
Dec 4, 2-4 pm EST
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#breath #breathe #breathwork #pranayama #breathingworkshop .
#pilates #pilateslovers #contrology #classicalpilates #reformer #pilatesmatwork #joepilates #reducestress #anxiety #stress

‘Anyone else feel like they’re breathing a lit

‘Anyone else feel like they’re breathing a little easier today?
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Above all else learn how to breathe correctly’
Sound advice from Mr Pilates, but what does ‘correctly’ actually mean?
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As we know breathing is pretty useful when it comes to living in general 😁
But, learning to breathe well and connecting our breath to our movement can be a game changer when it comes to our Pilates practice.
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To help teachers and practitioners wanting to advance their understanding of breathwork within the method and to learn how to utilize breathing as a tool towards improved practice (and wellbeing) I’ll be presenting a virtual workshop. December 4th. @peakpilates CECs available.
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For anyone interested in breathing life into their Pilates practice DM me for details or follow link in bio.
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#pilates #breath #breathing #joepilates #classicalpilates #breathwork #workshop #contrology #virtual #chestexpansion

Thanks to everyone who listened in on this live ch

Thanks to everyone who listened in on this live chat 🙏🏻
It was wonderful to chat with the inspirational Martin Reid @personalvictory and a real honor to be included on his Core Conversations...
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It was an easy conversation to have. It felt like a coffee shop conversation with two guys chatting about the Pilates method, introducing and developing the work with our male students, and some thoughts on meeting our students’ needs alongside their wants... add to this the subjects of the power in community and how Pilates can bring about world peace ☮️
...and as always plenty of talking hand movements from yours truly. 👋
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For anyone interested in listening in, or sitting back to marvel at my jazz hands whilst I talk, I’ve added the link in bio.
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Martin has some great interviews with some epic Pilates and fitness folk, so please do check out his podcast and don’t forget to subscribe.
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#pilates #conversations #coreconversations #mendopilates #pilatesmen #contrology #joepilates #worldpeace #pilatespower #community
#jazzhands #pilatesformen

Don’t forget, it’s ok for it to be fun... . Fo

Don’t forget, it’s ok for it to be fun...
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For me there’s a playful energy that comes with the seal.
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Do you have an exercise that brings a smile to your face?
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#seal #playful #fun #pilates #smile #contrology #classicalpilates #matworkout #coreworkout #joepilates #pilateslovers #menofpilates

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