BALANCÉ IN and OUT

Asami

Welcome to my podcast, Balancé In & Out! I am Asami. I am a BASI certified Mat Pilates Instructor based in Montreal, Canada. In this podcast, I share both general and personal experiences, as well as insights from my daily life, including Pilates-related topics!

Episodes

  1. (Trial) Pilates Trainee Tips + The Most Common Q&As

    2025-12-10

    (Trial) Pilates Trainee Tips + The Most Common Q&As

    🌼Today's episode: (Trial) Pilates Trainee Tips + The Most Common Q&As Since I started sharing my Pilates trainee-to-professional journey on YouTube and Instagram, I’ve received many DMs from Pilates trainees, especially from BASI Pilates trainees.I’ve been answering privately, but I realized these questions might help others too. So in this episode, I rewrote the messages and added a few more helpful tips.If you are currently a Pilates trainee, this is definitely worth reading. I listed the 5 most common questions from my DMs in the description. If you’re curious and want to read more, you can find the full blog on my Buy Me a Coffee page (Exclusive Blog). See you there! 🔸Common Questions: Q1: Which exercises did you do on your mat exam? Q2: I’m not good at many mat exercises. How should I practice? Q3: I have some unclear exercises. Q4: I have a previous injury. How did you manage your back recovery? Q5: Starting BASI Pilates teacher training soon. Any tips or advice? 🌼Full Episode: buymeacoffee.com/plieajbalance/pilates-trainee-tips-the-most-common-q-as 🎁🌟 Holiday Buddy Pilates Promo! 🧘‍♀️🧘‍♂️Bring a friend, family member, colleague or partner to any 45mins Online Group Mat Pilates class and you BOTH get the class for only $7 each! ❤️(Regular price: $10CAD) *You and your buddy must each book the same class(es) 📅 When: December 10–28, 2025💻 Where: Online via Google Meet (⚠️Google account required)🕒 Class: Only 45-min sessions — Experienced Beginner, Mixed Level or Mixed Level Challenge ✨ Move together, stay strong together — all holiday long! ✨ 🔗Link:Learn more & book  https://www.plieajbalance.com/events--promos.html 🌼Information: ❋⁠⁠⁠⁠Booking Online Mat Class ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ❋⁠⁠⁠Free Trial Mat Pilates Classes⁠⁠⁠ ❋⁠Shop⁠ ❋⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ ❋⁠⁠Reading-Style Journal ⁠⁠ ❋⁠⁠Exclusive Blog⁠ ⁠ ❋⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ BGM: MusMus

    1 min

  2. 2025-11-25

    My Best Pilates Buddies: The Pilates Gear I Love

    🎁🌟 Holiday Buddy Pilates Promo! 🧘‍♀️🧘‍♂️ Any 45mins Online Group Mat Pilates class $7 CAD  (Dec 10-28, 2025) ❋⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn more & book 🌼Today's episode:The shopping season is here! Black Friday, holidays, and Boxing Day! I’m sharing my favorite activewear, Pilates equipment, and honest reviews to help you find the best deals. 🌼Information: ❋⁠⁠⁠⁠Booking Online Mat Class ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ❋⁠⁠⁠Free Trial Mat Pilates Classes⁠⁠⁠ ❋⁠Shop⁠ ❋⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ ❋⁠⁠Reading-Style Journal ⁠⁠ ❋⁠⁠Exclusive Blog⁠ ⁠ ❋⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ BGM: MusMus

    11 min
  3. (Trial)The Day Before My First Pilates Class and How It Really Went

    2025-10-16

    (Trial)The Day Before My First Pilates Class and How It Really Went

    🌼Today's episode: (Trial)The Day Before My First Pilates Class and How It Really Went It feels like my first day teaching Pilates at university was ages ago! In this episode, I’m sharing what I did the day before my very first class and how that big day actually turned out. If you’re a new Pilates instructor or preparing to teach for the first time, these tips and reflections will help you feel confident, calm, and ready to shine in your own class. Let’s dive in together! 🌼Full Episode:https://buymeacoffee.com/plieajbalance/the-day-before-my-first-pilates-class-how-it-really-went 🌼Information: ❋⁠⁠⁠⁠Booking Online Mat Class ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ❋⁠⁠⁠Free Trial Mat Pilates Classes⁠⁠⁠ ❋⁠Shop⁠ ❋⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ ❋⁠⁠Reading-Style Journal ⁠⁠ ❋⁠⁠Exclusive Blog⁠ ⁠ ❋⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ BGM: MusMus

    2 min

  4. 2025-10-10

    Why I don’t do reformer (for now)

    Welcome to my podcast, Balancé In & Out! In this podcast, I share both general and personal experiences, as well as insights from my daily life, including Pilates-related topics! 🌼Today's episode I’m a certified Pilates instructor, but I only have a Mat Pilates certificate, not Reformer. There are some  reasons why I choose to teach only Mat. Maybe one day I’ll say, ‘I LOVE Reformer!’ but for now, my heart is with the mat! 🌼Information ❋⁠⁠⁠⁠Booking Online Mat Class ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ❋⁠⁠⁠Free Trial Mat Pilates Classes⁠⁠⁠ ❋⁠Shop⁠ ❋⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ ❋⁠⁠Reading-Style Journal ⁠⁠ ❋⁠⁠Exclusive Blog⁠ ⁠ ❋⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ BGM: MusMus

    8 min

  5. 2025-09-09

    Do I still miss Vancouver OR Love living in Montreal?

    Welcome to my podcast, Balancé In & Out! In this podcast, I share both general and personal experiences, as well as insights from my daily life, including Pilates-related topics! 🌼Today's episode As you may know, I relocated from Vancouver to Montreal in October 2024.Today, I want to share some of my favorite things about Vancouver and British Columbia, and how they compare to Montreal and Quebec. Note: Everything I share here is just my personal experience and thoughts — so take it with a pinch of salt. 🌼Information ❋⁠⁠⁠Booking Online Mat Class ⁠⁠⁠ ❋⁠⁠Free Trial Mat Pilates Classes⁠⁠ ❋Shop ❋⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ❋⁠Reading-Style Journal ⁠ ❋⁠Exclusive Blog⁠  ❋⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠ BGM: MusMus

    14 min

  6. 2025-07-22

    Free & Paid Blog Difference

    Welcome to my podcast, Balancé In & Out! In this podcast, I share both general and personal experiences, as well as insights from my daily life, including Pilates-related topics! 🌼Free vs. Exclusive Blog — What’s the Difference? The Free Blog🎧 Listen: Available on Spotify & Apple Podcasts📖 Read: Available on Buy Me a Coffee site✨ Sometimes the written version includes extra details — so it’s worth checking out both! The Exclusive Blog (Buy Me a Coffee members only)🔒 More personal stories📚 My Pilates journey🛠️ Tips & tools for Pilates students & professionals📄 Downloadable career worksheets I hope both versions bring you insight, inspiration, and support in your Pilates journey.Thank you for being here! 💛 🌼Information ❋⁠⁠⁠Booking Online Mat Class ⁠⁠⁠ ❋⁠⁠Free Trial Mat Pilates Classes⁠⁠ ❋⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠ ❋⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ❋⁠Reading-Style Journal ⁠ (Buy Me a Coffee) ❋⁠Exclusive Blog⁠ (Buy Me a Coffee) BGM: MusMus

    2 min

  7. 2025-07-14

    Tell Me About Japan

    🌼Today's episode There are many reasons why people choose Japan as a travel destination, and I often get asked to share info or tips. So today, I’m going to share some good-to-know things—especially if it’s your first time visiting Japan. 🌼Information ❋⁠⁠⁠Booking Online Mat Class ⁠⁠⁠ ❋⁠⁠Free Trial Mat Pilates Classes⁠⁠ ❋⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠ ❋⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ❋⁠Reading-Style Journal ⁠ ❋⁠Exclusive Blog⁠  BGM: MusMus

    12 min

  8. 2025-07-07

    Breaking the myth-Men & Pilates

    🌼Today's episode One day, after my Pilates class, I chatted with my male client about men in Pilates. That was a very interesting conversation with him, and I had many thoughts about men in Pilates.That’s why today’s topic is about Men & Pilates. If you are a man and reading or listening to my blog today, welcome! I’m so glad you found it here. 🌼Information ❋⁠⁠⁠Booking Online Mat Class ⁠⁠⁠ ❋⁠⁠Free Trial Mat Pilates Classes⁠⁠ ❋⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠ ❋⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ❋⁠Reading-Style Journal ⁠ ❋⁠Exclusive Blog⁠  BGM: MusMus

    8 min

  9. 2025-06-18

    Pilates FAQs

    🌼Today's episode “How many times should I practice Pilates?” , “Do I need some equipment?”I got many questions related to Pilates from my clients both in-person and online classes, so I’m going to share some Pilates FAQs for today’s chatty topic. 🌼Information ❋⁠⁠⁠Booking Online Mat Class ⁠⁠⁠ ❋⁠⁠Free Trial Mat Pilates Classes⁠⁠ ❋⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠ ❋⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ❋⁠Reading-Style Journal ⁠ ❋⁠Exclusive Blog⁠  BGM: MusMus

    14 min

  10. 2025-06-03

    Smart Travel Tips from Our Spring in Europe

    🌼Today's episode Sipping a €1 espresso and biting into a perfectly crispy, sweet Pastel de Nata at a local café, book in hand, diary open, and people passing by on a sunny (but slightly chilly) spring morning. That’s how I spent some of my favorite moments in Portugal. Today’s episode is all about our UK and Portugal trip. Mainly talking about some smart travel tips! I’m also sharing a blog post-Reading Style Journal, including some must-try food and must-visit places in Portugal. 🌼Information ❋⁠⁠⁠Booking Online Mat Class ⁠⁠⁠ ❋⁠⁠Free Trial Mat Pilates Classes⁠⁠ ❋⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠ ❋⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ❋⁠Reading-Style Journal ⁠ ❋⁠Exclusive Blog⁠  BGM: MusMus

    14 min

  11. 2025-05-01

    Pilates Tips

    🌼Today's episode Today, I'll share some Pilates tips to help you stay motivated, improve your skills, take your practice to the next level, and enjoy Pilates in your daily life! I have 7 tips, so let’s dive in! 🌼Information ❋⁠⁠⁠Booking Online Mat Class ⁠⁠⁠ ❋⁠⁠Free Trial Mat Pilates Classes⁠⁠ ❋⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠ ❋⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ❋⁠Reading-Style Journal ⁠ ❋⁠Exclusive Blog⁠  BGM: MusMus

    12 min

  12. 2025-04-23

    My Back Injury Experience

    🌼Today's episode My first journal entry is about my experience with a lower back sprain. In this episode, I share how I recovered from the injury and what I’m doing now to prevent it from happening again. Disclaimer This story is based on my personal back injury experience. I am not a medical or physical specialist. Each person’s injury, symptoms, and healing journey are unique, and treatments must be tailored to individual needs. If you have any concerns or need professional advice, please consult a certified specialist. I take no responsibility for any outcomes if you choose to follow my experiences or try any equipment that I mentioned—doing so is entirely at your own discretion. 🌼Information ❋⁠⁠⁠Booking Online Mat Class ⁠⁠⁠ ❋⁠⁠Free Trial Mat Pilates Classes⁠⁠ ❋⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠ ❋⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ❋⁠Reading-Style Journal ⁠ ❋⁠Exclusive Blog⁠  BGM: MusMus

    12 min

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Welcome to my podcast, Balancé In & Out! I am Asami. I am a BASI certified Mat Pilates Instructor based in Montreal, Canada. In this podcast, I share both general and personal experiences, as well as insights from my daily life, including Pilates-related topics!

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