by Jayne Attwood | Apr 4, 2023 | Classes, Pilates, Yoga
Thanks to Iain L for asking this question… So, let’s look at the difference between yoga and Pilates Pilates; noun ‘a system of exercises using special apparatus, designed to improve physical strength, flexibility, and posture, and enhance mental awareness.’...
by Jayne Attwood | Mar 10, 2023 | Yoga
Encompassing physical and mental health, yoga is one of the most beneficial practices in the world. Most western yoga classes tend to be dominated by women, but there are more and more men starting to get on the mat, which I’m very pleased about! It’s not just about...
by Jayne Attwood | Feb 16, 2023 | Pilates
Prickle balls, spiky balls, and trigger point balls I mean, you naughty lot… In Pilates we often bring out the balls to release pressure in our feet, calves, glutes, and shoulders as part of our warmup, but here’re the real benefits of using a massage ball to relieve...
by Jayne Attwood | Feb 9, 2023 | Hormones
Dr Louise Newson (www.balance-menopause.com) and Davina McCall speaking out and raising awareness of menopause, hoo-flippin-ray! One of the biggest things I get asked about is why menopausal people put on belly fat, and can’t seem to do ANYTHING about it, despite...
by Jayne Attwood | Jan 9, 2023 | Hormones
I’m sure you’ve heard the phrase early bird or larks and night owls used to describe those of us who can get up early and those who like to stay up late. But did you know your lark or night owl status is called your chronotype? Around 10% of people qualify...
