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Pilates Students' Manual

Olivia Bioni

Helping you get the most out of your Pilates classes! If you love Pilates, or are just curious about it, this podcast is for you! I'm Olivia, and every week I'll will be diving into the who, what, where, when, and why of Pilates in an engaging and enthusiastic way for new and experienced Pilates students alike. Let's learn something new!

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  • #90
    May 15 · 14 min

    Pilates For All Seasons

    Curious about how Pilates can support you throughout the year and throughout your life? Tune in! I want to hear from you! Share your thoughts and follow the podcast on Instagram and Facebook @pilatesstudentsmanual. Full show notes and episode transcription can be found on the podcast website here: https://bit.ly/PilatesStudentsManual. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast for updates, and rate and review wherever you listen! Episodes now available on YouTube: *https://bit.ly/YouTubePSM* Email pilatesstudentsmanual@oliviabioni.com with your feedback. Support the podcast: Visit *links.oliviabioni.com/affiliates* and take advantage of some sweet deals on products I use and enjoy with my affiliate links! Episode Music: You're Right by Loksii, in compliance with Pixabay's Content License (https://pixabay.com/service/license-summary/) Listen/download: https://pixabay.com/music/corporate-youx27re-right-179191/ Support the show

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  • #89
    March 27 · 16 min

    A Closer Look At The Push Up

    Today's episode is a deep dive into the mat Pilates version of the pushup! Tune in to hear how Joseph Pilates describes the exercise in his book Return to Life, what muscles are working in the exercise, and how to build up strength for this exercise. I want to hear from you! Share your thoughts and follow the podcast on Instagram and Facebook @pilatesstudentsmanual. Full show notes and episode transcription can be found on the podcast website here: https://bit.ly/PilatesStudentsManual. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast for updates, and rate and review wherever you listen! Episodes now available on YouTube: *https://bit.ly/YouTubePSM* Email pilatesstudentsmanual@oliviabioni.com with your feedback. Show Notes: Check out these other deep dives into exercises! A Closer Look At Footwork A Closer Look At Teaser A Closer Look At The Roll Up A Closer Look At The Ab Series A Closer Look At Bridging Support the podcast: Visit *links.oliviabioni.com/affiliates* and take advantage of some sweet deals on products I use and enjoy with my affiliate links! Episode Music: You're Right by Loksii, in compliance with Pixabay's Content License (https://pixabay.com/service/license-summary/) Listen/download: https://pixabay.com/music/corporate-youx27re-right-179191/ Support the show

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  • #88
    February 20 · 10 min

    Setting Goals & Growing In Your Pilates Practice

    Curious about how to get where you want to go in your Pilates practice? Tune in to learn about the capacity gap and how your teacher and a consistent practice will support you in achieving your goals. I want to hear from you! Share your thoughts and follow the podcast on Instagram and Facebook @pilatesstudentsmanual. Full show notes and episode transcription can be found on the podcast website here: https://bit.ly/PilatesStudentsManual. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast for updates, and rate and review wherever you listen! Episodes now available on YouTube: *https://bit.ly/YouTubePSM* Email pilatesstudentsmanual@oliviabioni.com with your feedback. Support the podcast: Visit *links.oliviabioni.com/affiliates* and take advantage of some sweet deals on products I use and enjoy with my affiliate links! Episode Music: You're Right by Loksii, in compliance with Pixabay's Content License (https://pixabay.com/service/license-summary/) Listen/download: https://pixabay.com/music/corporate-youx27re-right-179191/ Support the show

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  • #87
    January 23 · 18 min

    Osteoporosis & Pilates

    Learn about osteoporosis and how it affects your Pilates practice! I want to hear from you! Share your thoughts and follow the podcast on Instagram and Facebook @pilatesstudentsmanual. Full show notes and episode transcription can be found on the podcast website here: https://bit.ly/PilatesStudentsManual. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast for updates, and rate and review wherever you listen! Episodes now available on YouTube: *https://bit.ly/YouTubePSM* Email pilatesstudentsmanual@oliviabioni.com with your feedback. Support the podcast: Visit *links.oliviabioni.com/affiliates* and take advantage of some sweet deals on products I use and enjoy with my affiliate links! Episode Music: You're Right by Loksii, in compliance with Pixabay's Content License (https://pixabay.com/service/license-summary/) Listen/download: https://pixabay.com/music/corporate-youx27re-right-179191/ Support the show

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  • #86
    Oct 4, 2025 · 16 min

    Anatomical Terminology In Pilates

    Sometimes it may feel like your Pilates teacher is speaking in another language when you hear words like supine, abduct, external rotation, or hip flexion. Don't worry! Tune in to this episode to learn the anatomical terms you may hear in your Pilates classes and what they mean! I want to hear from you! Share your thoughts and follow the podcast on Instagram and Facebook @pilatesstudentsmanual. Full show notes and episode transcription can be found on the podcast website here: https://bit.ly/PilatesStudentsManual. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast for updates, and rate and review wherever you listen! Episodes now available on YouTube: *https://bit.ly/YouTubePSM* Email pilatesstudentsmanual@oliviabioni.com with your feedback. Show Notes: Check out these related episodes to learn more about shapes of the spine! The Shapes Your Spine Makes In Pilates Shapes Of The Spine - Lateral Flexion Shapes Of The Spine - Flexion Shapes Of The Spine - Extension Shapes Of The Spine - Rotation Support the podcast: Visit *links.oliviabioni.com/affiliates* and take advantage of some sweet deals on products I use and enjoy with my affiliate links! Episode Music: You're Right by Loksii, in compliance with Pixabay's Content License (https://pixabay.com/service/license-summary/) Listen/download: https://pixabay.com/music/corporate-youx27re-right-179191/ Support the show

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  • #85
    Sep 5, 2025 · 12 min

    The Power Of Proprioception

    This is episode is all about proprioception - what is is, why it's important, and how our Pilates practice can help it improve. Tune in! I want to hear from you! Share your thoughts and follow the podcast on Instagram and Facebook @pilatesstudentsmanual. Full show notes and episode transcription can be found on the podcast website here: https://bit.ly/PilatesStudentsManual. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast for updates, and rate and review wherever you listen! Episodes now available on YouTube: *https://bit.ly/YouTubePSM* Email pilatesstudentsmanual@oliviabioni.com with your feedback. Support the podcast: Visit *links.oliviabioni.com/affiliates* and take advantage of some sweet deals on products I use and enjoy with my affiliate links! Episode Music: You're Right by Loksii, in compliance with Pixabay's Content License (https://pixabay.com/service/license-summary/) Listen/download: https://pixabay.com/music/corporate-youx27re-right-179191/ Support the show

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  • #84
    Jul 4, 2025 · 17 min

    Shapes Of The Spine - Rotation

    We saved the best for last! Today's episode looks at the instances of rotation in the Pilates repertoire! We explore the muscles involved in rotating the trunk, the plane of movement we rotate in, and how the shape of our vertebrae impact how we can move our our spine. Tune in! I want to hear from you! Share your thoughts and follow the podcast on Instagram and Facebook @pilatesstudentsmanual. Full show notes and episode transcription can be found on the podcast website here: https://bit.ly/PilatesStudentsManual. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast for updates, and rate and review wherever you listen! Episodes now available on YouTube: *https://bit.ly/YouTubePSM* Email pilatesstudentsmanual@oliviabioni.com with your feedback. Show Notes: Check out these related episodes to learn more about shapes of the spine! The Shapes Your Spine Makes In Pilates Shapes Of The Spine - Lateral Flexion Shapes Of The Spine - Flexion Shapes Of The Spine - Extension Support the podcast: Visit *links.oliviabioni.com/affiliates* and take advantage of some sweet deals on products I use and enjoy with my affiliate links! Episode Music: You're Right by Loksii, in compliance with Pixabay's Content License (https://pixabay.com/service/license-summary/) Listen/download: https://pixabay.com/music/corporate-youx27re-right-179191/ Support the show

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  • #83
    Jun 6, 2025 · 15 min

    Shapes Of The Spine - Extension

    Today's episode looks at the wild world of extension in the Pilates repertoire! We explore the muscles involved in extension, the planes of movement, and how our spinal flexors and extensors work together to move our spine into different shapes. Tune in! I want to hear from you! Share your thoughts and follow the podcast on Instagram and Facebook @pilatesstudentsmanual. Full show notes and episode transcription can be found on the podcast website here: https://bit.ly/PilatesStudentsManual. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast for updates, and rate and review wherever you listen! Episodes now available on YouTube: *https://bit.ly/YouTubePSM* Email pilatesstudentsmanual@oliviabioni.com with your feedback. Show Notes: Check out these related episodes to learn more about shapes of the spine! The Shapes Your Spine Makes In Pilates Shapes Of The Spine - Lateral Flexion Shapes Of The Spine - Flexion A Closer Look At Bridging Support the podcast: Visit *links.oliviabioni.com/affiliates* and take advantage of some sweet deals on products I use and enjoy with my affiliate links! Episode Music: You're Right by Loksii, in compliance with Pixabay's Content License (https://pixabay.com/service/license-summary/) Listen/download: https://pixabay.com/music/corporate-youx27re-right-179191/ Support the show

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  • #82
    May 9, 2025 · 18 min

    Shapes Of The Spine - Flexion

    This week's episode dives into one of the most frequent shapes we make in Pilates: spinal flexion! We explore where this shape appears in mat and reformer repertoire, what muscles are involved and making this shape, and why we don't need to be worried about it. Tune in! I want to hear from you! Share your thoughts and follow the podcast on Instagram and Facebook @pilatesstudentsmanual. Full show notes and episode transcription can be found on the podcast website here: https://bit.ly/PilatesStudentsManual. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast for updates, and rate and review wherever you listen! Episodes now available on YouTube: *https://bit.ly/YouTubePSM* Email pilatesstudentsmanual@oliviabioni.com with your feedback. Show Notes: Check out these related episodes to learn more about shapes of the spine! The Shapes Your Spine Makes In Pilates Shapes Of The Spine - Lateral Flexion A Closer Look At The Rollup A Closer Look At Teaser A Closer Look At Bridging Support the podcast: Visit *links.oliviabioni.com/affiliates* and take advantage of some sweet deals on products I use and enjoy with my affiliate links! Episode Music: You're Right by Loksii, in compliance with Pixabay's Content License (https://pixabay.com/service/license-summary/) Listen/download: https://pixabay.com/music/corporate-youx27re-right-179191/ Support the show

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  • #81
    Apr 11, 2025 · 21 min

    Shapes Of The Spine - Lateral Flexion

    Today's episode kicks off a mini series diving into the different shapes the spine makes in Pilates, exploring the planes of movement, the muscles involved in making the shape, and where we see this movement in our Pilates exercises. The star of the show today is lateral flexion, or side bending! Tune in! I want to hear from you! Share your thoughts and follow the podcast on Instagram and Facebook @pilatesstudentsmanual. Full show notes and episode transcription can be found on the podcast website here: https://bit.ly/PilatesStudentsManual. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast for updates, and rate and review wherever you listen! Episodes now available on YouTube: *https://bit.ly/YouTubePSM* Email pilatesstudentsmanual@oliviabioni.com with your feedback. Show Notes: Check out these related episodes to learn more about shapes of the spine! The Shapes Your Spine Makes In Pilates Support the podcast: Visit *links.oliviabioni.com/affiliates* and take advantage of some sweet deals on products I use and enjoy with my affiliate links! Episode Music: You're Right by Loksii, in compliance with Pixabay's Content License (https://pixabay.com/service/license-summary/) Listen/download: https://pixabay.com/music/corporate-youx27re-right-179191/ Support the show

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  • S8 · E1
    Mar 7, 2025 · 21 min

    What Makes Mat Pilates So Difficult?

    In this episode, I share my first experience with mat Pilates and explain what makes mat Pilates exercises so challenging. I discuss the physical and mental blocks that can make mat Pilates difficult, as well as how load (usually body weight and gravity in mat Pilates) can raise the starting point of challenge in a mat class. Tune in! I want to hear from you! Share your thoughts and follow the podcast on Instagram and Facebook @pilatesstudentsmanual. Full show notes and episode transcription can be found on the podcast website here: https://bit.ly/PilatesStudentsManual. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast for updates, and rate and review wherever you listen! Episodes now available on YouTube: *https://bit.ly/YouTubePSM* Email pilatesstudentsmanual@oliviabioni.com with your feedback. Show Notes: Check out these related episodes to learn more about mat Pilates! What Is March Matness? Mat vs. Reformer Pilates Support the podcast: Visit *links.oliviabioni.com/affiliates* and take advantage of some sweet deals on products I use and enjoy with my affiliate links! Show Notes: Check out Why Props Are Your Friend to learn even more about the power of props! Episode Music: This episode uses NCS music in compliance with https://ncs.io/usage-policy Track: Syn Cole - Gizmo [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds. Watch: https://youtu.be/pZzSq8WfsKo Free Download / Stream: http://ncs.io/Gizmo Track: Syn Cole - Feel Good [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds. Watch: https://youtu.be/q1ULJ92aldE Free Download / Stream: http://ncs.io/feelgood Support the show

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  • S7 · E9
    Dec 6, 2024 · 14 min

    You Are Invited To Try Pilates In 2025

    Whether you're starting a new Pilates practice for yourself or encouraging a friend to take a Pilates class with you in the new year, you are invited to try Pilates in 2025! Tune in to learn more about the benefits of doing Pilates with friends and maybe even try a class with me! I want to hear from you! Share your thoughts and follow the podcast on Instagram and Facebook @pilatesstudentsmanual. Full show notes and episode transcription can be found on the podcast website here: https://bit.ly/PilatesStudentsManual. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast for updates, and rate and review wherever you listen! Episodes now available on YouTube: *https://bit.ly/YouTubePSM* Email pilatesstudentsmanual@oliviabioni.com with your feedback. Support the podcast: Visit *links.oliviabioni.com/affiliates* and take advantage of some sweet deals on products I use and enjoy with my affiliate links! Show Notes: Check out Why Props Are Your Friend to learn even more about the power of props! Episode Music: This episode uses NCS music in compliance with https://ncs.io/usage-policy Track: Syn Cole - Gizmo [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds. Watch: https://youtu.be/pZzSq8WfsKo Free Download / Stream: http://ncs.io/Gizmo Track: Syn Cole - Feel Good [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds. Watch: https://youtu.be/q1ULJ92aldE Free Download / Stream: http://ncs.io/feelgood Support the show

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  • S7 · E8
    Nov 1, 2024 · 17 min

    How Adaptable Is Pilates?

    There are many reasons why you might need to adapt Pilates exercises: structural limitations, recommendations from your doctor or surgeon, or personal preference. Regardless of why you might need to tweak an exercise to work better with your body, this episode explores some of the limitless options that maintain the integrity of the exercises and make them achievable for everyone. Tune in! I want to hear from you! Share your thoughts and follow the podcast on Instagram and Facebook @pilatesstudentsmanual. Full show notes and episode transcription can be found on the podcast website here: https://bit.ly/PilatesStudentsManual. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast for updates, and rate and review wherever you listen! Episodes now available on YouTube: *https://bit.ly/YouTubePSM* Email pilatesstudentsmanual@oliviabioni.com with your feedback. Support the podcast: Visit *links.oliviabioni.com/affiliates* and take advantage of some sweet deals on products I use and enjoy with my affiliate links! Show Notes: Check out Why Props Are Your Friend to learn even more about the power of props! Episode Music: This episode uses NCS music in compliance with https://ncs.io/usage-policy Track: Syn Cole - Gizmo [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds. Watch: https://youtu.be/pZzSq8WfsKo Free Download / Stream: http://ncs.io/Gizmo Track: Syn Cole - Feel Good [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds. Watch: https://youtu.be/q1ULJ92aldE Free Download / Stream: http://ncs.io/feelgood Support the show

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  • S7 · E7
    Oct 4, 2024 · 17 min

    Your Pilates Reading List

    Today's episode explores some of my favorite Pilates books for learning about Joe, the history of Pilates, anatomy, exercise variations, and sharing Pilates with kids! These are books that guided my Pilates practice, and I hope you'll enjoy them too. Tune in! I want to hear from you! Share your thoughts and follow the podcast on Instagram and Facebook @pilatesstudentsmanual. Full show notes and episode transcription can be found on the podcast website here: https://bit.ly/PilatesStudentsManual. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast for updates, and rate and review wherever you listen! Episodes now available on YouTube: *https://bit.ly/YouTubePSM* Email pilatesstudentsmanual@oliviabioni.com with your feedback. Support the podcast: Visit *links.oliviabioni.com/affiliates* and take advantage of some sweet deals on products I use and enjoy with my affiliate links! Show Notes: Your Health by Joseph Pilates Return to Life Through Contrology by Joseph Pilates Not everything Joe says is accurate as we've learned a lot about the body since his passing, but it's great to read his words. Caged Lion by John Howard Steele A Pilates Journey by Dan Baker Pilates for Everyone by Micki Havard Pilates Anatomy 2nd edition by Rael Isacowitz and Karen Clippinger Yoga Anatomy Coloring Book by Kelly Solloway The Adventures of Frankie Fitness: Frankie Does Pilates by Jason Williams Carola Trier, The First Woman To Open A Pilates Studio: Portrait Of Her Extraordinary Journey by Reiner Grootenhuis Love All Around by Cathy Strack Every Body is Beautiful by Ron Fletcher My Enchanted Life by Lolita San Miguel Episode Music: This episode uses NCS music in compliance with https://ncs.io/usage-policy Track: Syn Cole - Gizmo [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds. Watch: https://youtu.be/pZzSq8WfsKo Free Download / Stream: http://ncs.io/Gizmo Track: Syn Cole - Feel Good [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds. Watch: https://youtu.be/q1ULJ92aldE Free Download / Stream: http://ncs.io/feelgood Support the show

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  • S7 · E6
    Aug 30, 2024 · 17 min

    Pilates Is A Brain Game And A Body Game

    Pilates is great for strengthening your body, but it is also great for your brain. Whether you're looking for a complex exercise to stop your mind from wandering, or you like to think about movements as you do them, there is a cerebral nature to Pilates that overthinkers and intellectuals may enjoy. Tune in to learn more! I want to hear from you! Share your thoughts and follow the podcast on Instagram and Facebook @pilatesstudentsmanual. Full show notes and episode transcription can be found on the podcast website here: https://bit.ly/PilatesStudentsManual. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast for updates, and rate and review wherever you listen! Episodes now available on YouTube: *https://bit.ly/YouTubePSM* Email pilatesstudentsmanual@oliviabioni.com with your feedback. Support the podcast: Visit *links.oliviabioni.com/affiliates* and take advantage of some sweet deals on products I use and enjoy with my affiliate links! Episode Music: This episode uses NCS music in compliance with https://ncs.io/usage-policy Track: Syn Cole - Gizmo [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds. Watch: https://youtu.be/pZzSq8WfsKo Free Download / Stream: http://ncs.io/Gizmo Track: Syn Cole - Feel Good [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds. Watch: https://youtu.be/q1ULJ92aldE Free Download / Stream: http://ncs.io/feelgood Support the show

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  • S7 · E5
    Jul 5, 2024 · 23 min

    Knowing When To Level Up

    How do you know when it's time to try something harder in your Pilates practice? Some Pilates studios level their classes, but what is the right time to try the next level? Do you have to level up? In this episode, we talk about what determines a class's level of challenge, including the mental piece of understanding the choreography, Pilates equipment, and your body's capability, and the fine line between pushing yourself before you're ready and holding yourself back. Tune in! I want to hear from you! Share your thoughts and follow the podcast on Instagram and Facebook @pilatesstudentsmanual. Full show notes and episode transcription can be found on the podcast website here: https://bit.ly/PilatesStudentsManual. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast for updates, and rate and review wherever you listen! Episodes now available on YouTube: *https://bit.ly/YouTubePSM* Email pilatesstudentsmanual@oliviabioni.com with your feedback. Support the podcast: Visit *links.oliviabioni.com/affiliates* and take advantage of some sweet deals on products I use and enjoy with my affiliate links! Episode Music: This episode uses NCS music in compliance with https://ncs.io/usage-policy Track: Syn Cole - Gizmo [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds. Watch: https://youtu.be/pZzSq8WfsKo Free Download / Stream: http://ncs.io/Gizmo Track: Syn Cole - Feel Good [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds. Watch: https://youtu.be/q1ULJ92aldE Free Download / Stream: http://ncs.io/feelgood Support the show

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  • S7 · E4
    May 24, 2024 · 26 min

    A Closer Look At Footwork

    This episode is a deep dive into all things footwork. Curious about the why behind the what of one the most common reformer Pilates exercises? Learn what muscles are working, different ways to perform the exercise, and why it's a great addition to any Pilates program when you tune in! I want to hear from you! Share your thoughts and follow the podcast on Instagram and Facebook @pilatesstudentsmanual. Full show notes and episode transcription can be found on the podcast website here: https://bit.ly/PilatesStudentsManual. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast for updates, and rate and review wherever you listen! Episodes now available on YouTube: *https://bit.ly/YouTubePSM* Email pilatesstudentsmanual@oliviabioni.com with your feedback. Support the podcast: Visit *links.oliviabioni.com/affiliates* and take advantage of some sweet deals on products I use and enjoy with my affiliate links! Episode Music: This episode uses NCS music in compliance with https://ncs.io/usage-policy Track: Syn Cole - Gizmo [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds. Watch: https://youtu.be/pZzSq8WfsKo Free Download / Stream: http://ncs.io/Gizmo Track: Syn Cole - Feel Good [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds. Watch: https://youtu.be/q1ULJ92aldE Free Download / Stream: http://ncs.io/feelgood Support the show

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  • S7 · E3
    Apr 26, 2024 · 20 min

    The Power Of Patience

    There are benefits to doing Pilates in the short, mid, and long term, and the longer you consistently do Pilates, the more benefits you can gain. I've done Pilates for several years myself, and I work with clients who've done Pilates from one day to one decade. Tune in to hear what's waiting for you when you commit to your Pilates practice! I want to hear from you! Share your thoughts and follow the podcast on Instagram and Facebook @pilatesstudentsmanual. Full show notes and episode transcription can be found on the podcast website here: https://bit.ly/PilatesStudentsManual. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast for updates, and rate and review wherever you listen! Episodes now available on YouTube: *https://bit.ly/YouTubePSM* Email pilatesstudentsmanual@oliviabioni.com with your feedback. Support the podcast: Visit *links.oliviabioni.com/affiliates* and take advantage of some sweet deals on products I use and enjoy with my affiliate links! Episode Music: This episode uses NCS music in compliance with https://ncs.io/usage-policy Track: Syn Cole - Gizmo [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds. Watch: https://youtu.be/pZzSq8WfsKo Free Download / Stream: http://ncs.io/Gizmo Track: Syn Cole - Feel Good [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds. Watch: https://youtu.be/q1ULJ92aldE Free Download / Stream: http://ncs.io/feelgood Support the show

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  • S7 · E2
    Mar 29, 2024 · 18 min

    What Is March Matness?

    You may have seen a recent influx of people posting Pilates mat exercise on social media in March. Tune in to today's episode to learn about the inception of March Matness, what is is, how you can get involved, and why seeing lots of people sharing their version of Pilates exercises on social media is a fabulous thing. I want to hear from you! Share your thoughts and follow the podcast on Instagram and Facebook @pilatesstudentsmanual. Full show notes and episode transcription can be found on the podcast website here: https://bit.ly/PilatesStudentsManual. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast for updates, and rate and review wherever you listen! Episodes now available on YouTube: *https://bit.ly/YouTubePSM* Email pilatesstudentsmanual@oliviabioni.com with your feedback. Support the podcast: Visit *links.oliviabioni.com/affiliates* and take advantage of some sweet deals on products I use and enjoy with my affiliate links! Show Notes: Check out March Matness and on the web and search #marchmatness and #marchmatness2024 on Instagram! Episode Music: This episode uses NCS music in compliance with https://ncs.io/usage-policy Track: Syn Cole - Gizmo [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds. Watch: https://youtu.be/pZzSq8WfsKo Free Download / Stream: http://ncs.io/Gizmo Track: Syn Cole - Feel Good [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds. Watch: https://youtu.be/q1ULJ92aldE Free Download / Stream: http://ncs.io/feelgood Support the show

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  • S7 · E1
    Mar 1, 2024 · 15 min

    What Is The Goal Of Pilates?

    What is the purpose of doing Pilates? You may already have your own answer to this question, but there's lots of ways to answer it and lots of different lenses to look through. Tune in to hear about Joseph Pilates' goal of doing Pilates as well as how different schools of thought in Pilates approach the purpose of Pilates. I want to hear from you! Share your thoughts and follow the podcast on Instagram and Facebook @pilatesstudentsmanual. Full show notes and episode transcription can be found on the podcast website here: https://bit.ly/PilatesStudentsManual. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast for updates, and rate and review wherever you listen! Episodes now available on YouTube: *https://bit.ly/YouTubePSM* Email pilatesstudentsmanual@oliviabioni.com with your feedback. Support the podcast: Visit *links.oliviabioni.com/affiliates* and take advantage of some sweet deals on products I use and enjoy with my affiliate links! Episode Music: This episode uses NCS music in compliance with https://ncs.io/usage-policy Track: Syn Cole - Gizmo [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds. Watch: https://youtu.be/pZzSq8WfsKo Free Download / Stream: http://ncs.io/Gizmo Track: Syn Cole - Feel Good [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds. Watch: https://youtu.be/q1ULJ92aldE Free Download / Stream: http://ncs.io/feelgood Support the show

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