Embracing Pilates as a Dancer, Part 2

Summary:

In this episode, I interview two dancers who have experienced the benefits of Pilates. Ashley and Bess share their journey with Pilates and how it has helped them in their dancing. They discuss the importance of finding your center, improving back strength, gaining body awareness, and understanding body mechanics. They also talk about their favorite Pilates exercises and offer tips for finding a good Pilates teacher. Overall, Pilates has been a transformative practice for both dancers, helping them improve their technique and prevent injuries.

Keywords: Pilates, dancers, journey, center, back strength, body awareness, body mechanics, favorite exercises, finding a teacher

Takeaways:
• Pilates helps dancers find their center and improve their technique.
• Pilates is beneficial for strengthening the back and improving body awareness.
• Understanding body mechanics through Pilates can enhance dance performance.
• Favorite Pilates exercises include the sidekick series, shoulder bridge, and saw.
• Finding a Pilates teacher with a dance background can be beneficial for dancers.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
01:37 The Journey with Pilates
02:59 Benefits of Pilates for Dancers
05:42 Understanding Body Mechanics through Pilates
08:11 Favorite Pilates Exercises
09:53 Misconceptions about Pilates
13:59 Tips for Finding a Good Pilates Teacher
16:01 Maturity and Growth in Pilates
18:49 Different Styles of Pilates
19:00 Closing Remarks

Meet your host:

Sue McCarroll is the founder of Opal Wellness Studio. Sue has a unique style of coaching women to increase self-care, self-compassion, navigate busy mom life and nourish their bodies mentally, emotionally, and physically. She is is a holistic health coach, Pilates teacher, business owner and mom who gave up diet-culture beliefs to live a lifestyle full of clarity and vitality!

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