http://www.studiopilates.com/ Tue, 07 Feb 2012 00:14:58 Studio Pilates International Pty Ltd Articles http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22877 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22877 Pilates and Pilates classes have certainly boomed in Brisbane of late so we examine some of the things you should look for when shopping for a Pilates class.  Pilates is often thought of as being pretty easy and a real gentle form of exercise. This is not always the case and some classes are so tough you may not walk properly for a few days after a Pilates class. Pilates classes can be very... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22669 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22669 Our most important job as Pilates Instructors is to deliver an exceptional service that will improve our clients lives and well-being. To achieve this goal, we must be knowledgeable about the cueing formula and all of the exercises. In addition, we must make use of the space around us by ‘roaming the room’ during each and every one of our classes. As instructors, we find that this works really well as it benefits our... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22601 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22601 One of the most common causes of shoulder pain is impingement and tendonitis. Shoulder impingement occurs when the rotator cuff (Supraspinatus, Infraspinatus, Teres minor and Subscapularis) or Biceps tendons are impinged or squashed as they pass through the subacromial space (between the acromion of the scapula and humerus) in the shoulder joint.  When this repeatedly occurs the tendons become inflamed and painful and this is... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22597 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22597 In this article we explore the optimal way to set up your room for your Studio Pilates® class so that your participants get the best experience and the best workout possible. The best way to set up the mats in your room is to have your instructors mat on the stage out infront of the class going horizontal and then your class members mats lined up in rows vertically.  Let’s explore why your room is best... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22593 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22593 Why should I do a class preamble and why should I bother learning it word for word? Well, the entire reason for the class preamble is to make the job of the instructor easier and enhance the enjoyment and the effectiveness of the class for the member. It may be a lot to learn, but it is well worth the investment of time. Now it doesn’t really matter if you get some of the words wrong, what does matter is that you voice all of... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22589 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22589 Struggling to get through all of your exercises in the time frames that are given? Here’s how to make your classes flow and speed things up. 1. Aim to keep your members moving...constantly This is the challenge; no rest periods and no stopping for longer than 5-10 seconds. This sense of urgency will create flow in your classes. Read on to learn how. 2. Eliminate the word demonstration from your vocabulary and replace... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22585 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22585 Alec Baldwin has shed over 30 pounds (14 kilograms) in just 4 months by doing regular Pilates classes and cutting sugar out of his diet.  The “30 Rock” star is well known for his bulky frame, however he decided to make an effort to get fit and healthy last year by changing his food and exercise habits. Frequent Pilates classes was part of this healthier regime. His heavy days are now a thing of the... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22485 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22485 Here's how to do your Studio Pilates class preamble. Simply get your room prepared and have everyone seated on their mat when they arrive with a circle, a butt band and an arm band. Then follow this script provided. Each part of this script is important and it's aim is to make your job as an instructor easier and a better experience and better result for your member and has been refined over thousands of Pilates... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22465 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22465 In 2001 (at age 23) Tanya had been treating as a physiotherapist in a clinic in Brisbane, Australia and although she was feeling rewarded as she was helping people to improve their injuries, she was feeling like there was more that she could be doing for them by helping them to prevent injuries rather than just treating them. At the same time I had recently concluded a career as a swimmer, being part of the Australian Swim Team for... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22409 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22409 Pilates reformer machines are used in some Pilates classes to boost the resistance of a Pilates mat based class and add a tonne of variety. Pilates reformer classes are great fun and can be incredibly challenging, plus they get great results. Your workout is done using the Pilates reformer machine which is almost 100 years old in design. Pilates reformer machines often look quite scary and intimidating but don’t be... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22405 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22405 Why are Pilates classes so expensive? The answer to this question is best answered by first examining the two main ways you can do Pilates. The first way to do Pilates is to do what’s called a Pilates mat class. This type of class sees an instructor in front of a class demonstrating exercises and class participants on a mat usually just using their body weight as resistance. These classes are generally quite cheap and cost... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22401 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22401 What are Pilates classes good for? This is a question that is asked many times and the answer is very simple, yet complex. The ‘what are Pilates classes good for’ question is best answered by first determining what it is that you are after as Pilates is done in a few different ways in order to suit it’s intended audience. Pilates can be done on the mat, in a large group, usually at a gymnasium, and... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22365 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22365 What are Pilates classes? Well...Pilates classes are hands down the best way to tone up your entire body. Pilates classes are done in two main ways, one way is on a mat (matwork) using your body weight as resistance or the other way is in a studio using traditional spring loaded wooden Pilates equipment for resistance. Pilates has been around for almost 100 years and in continues to gain in popularity. So many celebs swear by... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22361 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22361 Best Pilates classes The best Pilates classes are without a doubt Studio Pilates classes. This is especially the case if you are after a world class Pilates instructor teaching a toning and fitness based workout and inspiring you on to achieve amazing results.  There are many styles of Pilates classes out there and it pays dividends to do your research when shopping around, but I can save you a bit of time here. Studio... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22357 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22357 What are Pilates exercises good for? In this article we examine what Pilates exercises are good for and more. Pilates exercises are good for building strength in the entire body (especially the core), they are great for toning the entire body and with more lean muscle Pilates exercsies aid in overall weight loss as well. Pilates exercises are performed on a mat using your body weight or small pieces of resistance equipment or they... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22353 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22353   Pilates courses are designed for you to learn how to teach Pilates classes. Pilates courses range in length and cost so it’s wise to do your research. In this article, we discover some of the truths behind Pilates courses and the best way to choose a Pilates course. Pilates courses are available all over the country and it’s often confusing as to what type of course you should do. With the cost of a... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22349 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22349   What is Pilates good for? Well, in this article we explore not only what Pilates is good for, but also the different types of Pilates and the best places to get it. Pilates has been around for almost 100 years and in continues to gain in popularity. So many celebs swear by regular Pilates classes as a way to stay trim and in shape so there must be something to it right? Absolutely there is! Pilates is good for... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22329 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22329 Due to the popularity of our Saturday morning workouts we have introduced a NEW WORKOUT on Saturday mornings at 5.45am. Start your weekend off feeling fabulously fit and energised with a Pilates workout, to book click here.   http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22293 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22293 Studio Pilates International is the Studio of the month at lululemon Carindale. Each Sunday morning for the month of February we will be hosting a 1 hour matwork class. These classes held in the beautiful new lululemon athletica store at Westfield Carindale are a fantastic and fun-filled toning workout for everyone. Registration will be at the store on the day.   The Details What: A one hour body toning Pilates... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22289 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22289 Studio Pilates comes to Fitness First Gyms around Australia. Our client's always tell us how much they love our workouts so in order to make them even more accessible to everyone we have introduced our matwork classes to Fitness First. Keep an eye out for these classes at your local Fitness First gyms around Brisbane, with locations including Wynnum,  Jindalee, Chermside, Lutwyche, Fortitude Valley, Brisbane City,... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22285 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22285 Skydive Fundraiser for Rachael Dodds! We would like to thank all of our clients who generously donated towards our fundraiser for Rachael. We raised a grand total of $480 which has gone towards Studio Pilates classes for Rachael to help her train for selection in the 2012 Paralympics. Awesome generosity and Community Spirit from the Studio Pilates clients. James Mangahas successfully jumped out of a plane at 6000 feet for his first... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22277 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22277 One of the biggest ab myths is that you need to perform hundreds of crunches to whittle away at your middle. This is simply not true!  Here are our 3 tips to help you loose the weight around the middle and our home Ab Workout to give you toned and sculpted abdominals! 1. Strength training such as Pilates on the reformer. This training needs to target your ENTIRE body, not just the abdominals for best... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22265 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22265 Make Your Resolutions Succeed What comes hand in hand with the festivities of the New Year is the making of resolutions for the year ahead, usually involving things that we want to improve about ourselves. We have all been in the situation before where we make a gigantic new years resolution and when we inevitably break it in a few weeks time we feel horrible about ourselves. Our self-confidence is dealt a huge blow as we feel that we... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22245 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22245 Successful model and actress Liz Hurley refuses to age! In a recent interview with the 46 year old star, Liz admitted that she finds it much harder to look good in her 40s than she did in her 20s & 30s. Thankfully, Liz has discovered Pilates which keeps her looking trim, toned and extremely youthful.  Liz comments on her looks: ‘I don’t think growing older means looking less good.... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22281 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22281 The majority of us have over-indulged over the holiday season, whether we want to admit it or not. In addition, we may have also been a tad slack with our fitness and exercise regime. Now is your chance to rectify these bad behaviours before they become a part of your everyday routine for the rest of 2012. Below we have listed 10 top tips to help you kick-start your health & fitness goals for 2012, because we want you to achieve... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22097 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22097 At 42 years of age, Jennifer Aniston's body is the envy of women of all ages. She credits her amazingly toned and lean muscles to regular Pilates classes. Says Jennifer about Pilates: "It’s great. I had a chronic back, a pinched nerve and a hip problem and it completely solved all of it. I love it. It makes me feel like I’m taller.” A friend of Jennifer's speaks out about the... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22093 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22093 Gwen Stefani is 42 years of age and still has one of the most envied bodies in the music world. Did we mention that she has also given birth to 2 kids?  Once a self-confessed nut for cardiovascular exercise, Gwen recently revealed that she has ceased her old fitness routine of running and kick-boxing in favour of Pilates. Since changing her exercise regime, Gwen's body has been looking even more toned and... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=21757 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=21757   Rachael Dodd's Pilates classes have been paying off! This year, Rachael won both a gold and a silver medal at the Athletics World Championships, as well as being awarded a Queensland Sports Award. She is now preparing herself for the 2012 Paralympics in London! In preparation, Rachel is partaking in a grueling schedule which involves training six days a week. This includes regular Pilates classes as well as... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=21689 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=21689 Mac versions of Studio Pilates E-Downloads are now available through our online store! This means that now when you purchase downloadable DVDs, you can choose Mac or PC versions to download. When you download the Mac version, you can import the file to iTunes to be stored on your iPod or iPhone. This is a great and convenient way to take your Studio Pilates classes with you, wherever you are!  Plus, when you purchase any... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=21609 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=21609 Studio Pilates Co-Founder Jade Winter shares his tips on how to eat out and still stay on track with your weight loss goals.   http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=21013 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=21013 Reformer Pilates is similar yet very different to mat based Pilates. Reformer Pilates is done using the Pilates reformer machine and is generally more intense and more dynamic than mat based Pilates as it adds resistance to the Pilates exercises via the use of the springs which form part of the machine. Reformer Pilates is superior to mat based Pilates as the repertoire of exercises available is greatly increased providing far more... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=21009 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=21009 With summer just around the corner, you might not be feeling completely ready to step out on the sand in that new bikini. To get your body in tip top shape try boosting your cardio to at least three thirty minute sessions a week and incorporate some interval training in your cardio. This is where you workout at a higher intensity followed by a lower intensity and repeat this several time throughout your... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20993 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20993 Studio Pilates International is pleased to announce that Signature Instructor Jessica will now be the Results Coach for the Results by Jade Winter program. Results by Jade Winter is a scientifically formulated 12 week program designed to achieve fast and permanent weight loss results. The program includes weekly meal and exercise plans, access to online videos and articles, free online downloads of pilates mat workouts, and a... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20973 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20973 Celebrate the end of year in style at the Studio Pilates International christmas party! This year, the renowned SP christmas party will be held on Friday 9th December at 6pm. Members are welcome to bring along partners and family members as we celebrate the fitness triumphs and successes of 2011. The Details When: Friday 9 December at 6.00pm Where: Studio Pilates International Hawthorne Studio Dress: Cocktail Register:... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20969 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20969 Get your body in shape for summer with Studio Pilates International's FREE Pilates in the Park. Whether you are in the middle of your Results By Jade program and want to add some variety to your workouts, or you have been dying to introduce a friend to the benefits of Pilates, these mat classes are a great fun-filled and toning workout for everyone! These one hour mat workouts will take place on Saturday mornings at 8am... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20957 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20957 Thursday 24th November is 80s day at Studio Pilates International! Come along to your Pilates class dressed in 80s inspired attire - think sweatbands, scrunchies, side pony tails and leg warmers! Kimberley and the instructors will be joining in on the fun by dressing in their retro best. 80s music will be playing in the studio all day and prizes will be awarded for the best costume, so make sure you've pre-booked your Thursday... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20633 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20633 Exercises for Pilates can sometimes be complicated but we share with you some simple and effective exercises for Pilates that help to tone and sculpt your abs... Exercises for Pilates can be targeted to one specific area of the body that you really want to tone or you can use them to strengthen and tone the whole body Exercises for Pilates can be performed on the mat using your body weight as resistance and they can also be... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20565 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20565 Pilates classes in Melbourne are wide and varied and they are growing rapidly. Pilates classes in Melbourne and Pilates studios seem to be popping up everywhere. We examine what to look for when searching for Pilates classes in Melbourne and aim to shed some light on having a good first experience with Pilates in Melbourne. Pilates classes in Melbourne can be done in a gym and this is where most people first come into contact with... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20561 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20561 Pilates classes in Sydney are wide and varied and they are growing rapidly. Pilates classes in Sydney and Pilates studios seem to be popping up everywhere. We examine what to look for when searching for Pilates classes in Sydney and aim to shed some light on having a good first experience with Pilates classes in Sydney. Pilates classes in Sydney can be done in a gym and this is where most people first come into contact with Pilates.... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20557 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20557 Pilates classes in Brisbane are wide and varied and they are growing rapidly. Pilates classes in Brisbane and Pilates studios seem to be popping up everywhere. We examine what to look for when searching for Pilates classes in Brisbane and aim to shed some light on having a good first experience with Pilates in Brisbane. Pilates classes in Brisbane can be done in a gym and this is where most people first come into contact with Pilates.... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20553 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20553 Pilates in Sydney continues to grow rapidly and Pilates classes and studios seem to be popping up everywhere in Sydney. We examine what to look for when searching for Pilates in Sydney and we aim to shed some light on having a good first experience with Pilates in Sydney. Pilates in Sydney can be done in a gym and this is where most people come into contact with Pilates. Pilates in a gym is usually done on a mat, without equipment and... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20549 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20549 Pilates in Melbourne is growing rapidly and Pilates classes and studios seem to be popping up everywhere. We examine what to look for when searching for Pilates in Melbourne and we aim to shed some light on having a good first experience with Pilates in Melbourne. Pilates in Melbourne can be done in a gym and this is where most people come into contact with Pilates. Pilates in a gym is usually done on a mat, without equipment and with... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20545 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20545 Pilates in Brisbane is growing rapidly and Pilates classes and studios seem to be popping up everywhere. We examine what to look for when searching for Pilates in Brisbane and we aim to shed some light on having a good first experience with Pilates in Brisbane. Pilates in Brisbane can be done in a gym and this is where most people come into contact with Pilates. Pilates in a gym is usually done on a mat, without equipment and with an... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20449 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20449 Pilates and yoga are two very different things and we explore the main differences between Pilates and yoga right here. Pilates and yoga are often grouped together as the same thing, yet these to types of exercise are very, very different. Pilates matwork classes are a little similar to a yoga class in respect that you don’t use any equipment and you use your body weight as resistance. There is generally an instructor out... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20437 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20437 About Pilates is focused on shedding some light onto the sometimes complex nature of Pilates classes and studios and finding what type of Pilates is best suited to you. About Pilates classes; Pilates classes are a fantastic way to tone up, get fit, increase flexibility, increase core stability and a whole bunch more. Pilates classes are often found at your local gym or health club and usually go for about one hour. Pilates classes are... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20429 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20429 What are Pilates classes good for, what are Pilates exercises and Pilates studios designed to do and what are Pilates machines used for? These questions and more are addressed right here... What are Pilates classes best for is the first question we are going to focus on here. Pilates classes are best for a workout focusing on the core and the butt mainly as well as flexibility. What are Pilates classes done on? Well they are... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20345 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20345 What is Pilates? This is a question that is asked many times and the answer is very simple, yet complex. The ‘what is Pilates’ question is best answered by first determining what it is that you are after as Pilates is done in a few different ways in order to suit it’s intended audience. Pilates can be done on the mat, in a large group, usually at a gymnasium, and with a Pilates instructor leading the... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20453 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20453 Pilate is perfect for toning, reshaping and strengthening your body. Pilate is great because it can be super portable as you can do a Pilate mat based work out anywhere; all you need is a Pilate mat. Pilate can also be used for rehabilitation from injury. A Pilate based rehab program is very different from one designed to get you toned and slim. A Pilate rehab program should be done under the strict supervision of a highly qualified... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20445 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20445 Palates is perfect for toning, reshaping and strengthening your body. Palates is great because it can be super portable as you can do Palates matwork anywhere, all you need is a Palates mat. Palates can also be used for rehabilitation from injury. A Palates rehab program is very different from one designed to get you toned and slim. A Palates rehab program should be done under the strict supervision of a highly qualified Palates... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20441 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20441 Pilates classes in Brisbane, Pilates classes in Sydney and Pilates classes in Melbourne are growing rapidly and Pilates classes and Pilates studios seem to be popping up everywhere. We examine what to look for when searching for Pilates classes in Brisbane, Sydney or Melbourne and aim to shed some light on having a good first experience with Pilates. Pilates classes in a gym is where most people come into contact with Pilates.... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20409 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20409 The Pilates studio, the Pilates exercises and the Pilates classes out there are often quite different, which can often times be confusing and it can be hard to find a good Pilates workout. We examine what makes a good Pilates class and more... The Pilates exercises are performed on a mat using your body weight or on Pilates machines using springs as resistance. The Pilates machines are almost 100 years in old in design so they look... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20401 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20401 Pilates in Brisbane, Pilates in Sydney and Pilates in Melbourne is growing rapidly and classes and studios seem to be popping up everywhere. We examine what to look for when searching for Pilates in Brisbane, Sydney or Melbourne and aim to shed some light on having a good first experience with Pilates. Pilates in a gym is where most people come into contact with Pilates. Pilates in a gym is usually done on a mat, without equipment and... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20225 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20225 Emily is university trained in Business and Tourism. She then worked for several years in customer service, internationally with hospitality roles in Washington DC and Canada. Most recently, Emily undertook a law degree, which she has all-but completed, whilst working as a law clerk. 2011 brought on an epiphany and Emily realised that her passion is for helping people with fitness & health. An avid runner and Pilates... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20221 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20221 Studio Pilates Clinical Instructor, Peta O'Hare, is a qualified Physiotherapist. Since graduating in 2008, Peta has been working in a private Physiotherapy clinic and instructing small group Pilates classes. Peta has specialised in managing musculoskeletal issues, especially treating sufferers of chronic back pain and working with seniors, to improve their core strength keep people active and healthy. Peta is also very... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20217 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20217 You may have met/seen Chris Porta over the past month or so, while we familiarized him to the flagship Hawthorne studio and during his induction to the Studio Pilates International family he has expressed passion about the Pilates discipline. It is exciting to introduce you to a compassionate Health Practitioner who is dedicated to continue to offer best practice guidelines in the provision of Studio Pilates Clinical for you all. ... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12463 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12463 The formula for permanent weight loss is a simple one: Eat less energy than you burn in a day Sound easy doesn’t it? Well there are some tricks. First, You must know how much energy you are eating. You can measure this in one of two ways, count every calorie or kilojoule that you put in your mouth, or simply step on the scales regularly. If you are consuming less energy than you are burning off each day then you will... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=8045 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=8045 With summer just around the corner, it means time to start getting the body, ready to wear a bikini – unfortunately for a lot of us it also means panic time, as our buttocks are not as beach-worthy as we would like! So what is the best way to get a great bottom? Basically, it comes down to 2 things – losing excess body fat and toning up the buttock muscles. If you are overweight, then no matter what you do, to... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20053 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20053 This recipe is Dairy Free and Gluten Free. It's a little high in calories so watch the portion control.  Serves 4-6. Ingredients 12 lamb cutlets 1 cup of quinoa flakes 2-3 cloves of garlic, finely grated Zest of 1 lemon 2 tsp dried oregano leaves Salt and freshly ground black pepper 80g quinoa flour 2 eggs lightly beaten Olive oil for shallow frying Squeeze of lemon juice ... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20049 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20049 Lunch - Quinoa Cornbread This recipe is Vegetarian and is excellent with soups or salads. Serves 6-8. Ingredients ¾ cups of quinoa flour ½ cup of quinoa flakes 1 cup of polenta 1 tbsp of brown sugar 1 tsp bicarbonate of soda ½ - 1 tsp chilli flakes 4 shallots or spring onions, finely sliced 1 cup of frozen corn Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste 1... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20045 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20045 This recipe is Gluten Free, Vegetarian and can be dairy free if you omit the yoghurt and mint sauce. Makes 8-15 patties pending size Ingredients ½ cup of quinoa grain, rinsed and drained 1 cup of water 2 x 400g red kidney beans 3 cloves of garlic, grated 4 shallots or spring onions finely sliced 1 tsp ground cumin ½ - 1 tsp chilli powder 3 tbsp chopped coriander 1 egg Salt... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20041 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20041 This recipe is Gluten free, Dairy free and Vegetarian. Serves 4 - 8. Ingredients: 1 cup of quinoa grain, rinsed and drained 2 cups water 2 firm ripe tomatoes 2-3 cups of flat leaf parsley, chopped 1 red onion, finely chopped 1 red onion, finely chopped 4 shallots or spring onions, sliced 2 Lebanese cucumbers, diced Juice of ½ lemon 80ml extra virgin olive oil   ... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20037 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20037 This recipe is Gluten free, Dairy free and Vegetarian. Serves 4. Ingredients 1 large eggplant (aubergine) 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1 large brown onion, chopped 2 medium zucchini (courgette), diced 1 large red capsicum, de seeded and chopped 4 cloves of garlic, finely chopped 1 x 400g can diced tomatoes Salt and freshly ground black pepper ¾ cup of quinoa grain, rinsed and drained 1 cup of hot... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=19701 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=19701 Simply go to the studiopilates.com website and at the bottom of the menu bar you will find the ‘Online Training Centre’ link. Hover over this and you will see the Licensed Instructor tab appear. Click on this and it will ask you to enter your email address and password. If you have purchased a product or paid for a training course before from our online store, you might already have a password in our system. If you... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=19173 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=19173 Di from Hawthorne has been with us here at Studio Pilates since the beginning, so for nearly a decade now she has been achieving some great results especially in the last 8 months. We put these questions to Di to learn more about her Studio Pilates journey and the secret to her recent success. When did you start/how long they have been doing Pilates with us? My partner and I started ‘at the beginning’ with... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=19161 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=19161 Probably the two most effective ways that you can get 'commando like' self control is to first of all set a goal, then set some clear boundaries. Your goal has to be a SMART goal. SMART is an acronym for the words...Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Results Based and Time Orientated. Lets’ examine these key elements of goal setting in a little more detail. First of all your goal needs to be specific, in... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=16489 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=16489 Charlotte's amazing results really speak for themselves. With a massive 18kg lost in 8 weeks no one can doubt Charlotte's dedication and commitment over that time.  With six children to care for, it's also truly inspirational that her family rallied around her and obviously gave her the support she needed to be able to achieve such a massive result.  You see, this is one of the biggest... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=19169 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=19169 Refusing to be labelled a “diet fad,” the raw food lifestyle is sweeping the world with its promised health benefits. Ames, founder of Brisbane based Raw and Peace answered our questions about raw food. What is raw food? Raw food is about keeping food as close to its natural state as possible. Once you start heating food over 40°C, it begins to lose nutrients and enzymes – which are... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=19165 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=19165 Try tricking yourself into eating less food by using these three simple mind tricks and strip off the unwanted kilos... 1. Try serving up your food on a smaller plate This way it looks like your portions are way bigger than they are and mentally you feel just a little bit fuller before you even start eating. 2. Drink 2 large glasses of water 10 minutes before you eat It’s quite possible you haven’t... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=19153 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=19153 When you consume more food or energy throughout your day than you burn off you will store the excess energy as fat. The body stores fat in special cells within the body. When these fat cells get to a certain size they can’t store any more fat and so they divide. Once these cells divide they are always in your body and you have more fat cells than you did before. If you’ve burned off the fat that you’ve... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=19129 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=19129 Welcome to the Studio Pilates® family! It’s great to have you as part of our team and we look forward to working with you to help spread the word about how amazing Pilates is. This document steps you through the simple process of getting licensed and starting to instruct Studio Pilates® classes in your club. The Studio Pilates® Licensed Instructor Agreement The Licensed Instructor agreement... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=19093 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=19093 As a Studio Pilates International® licensed instructor, you have the opportunity to take your career to the state, national or international level with the Studio Pilates International® Master Instructor Program or by becoming a Studio Pilates International® franchisee. Studio Pilates International® Master Instructor Being a Licensed Studio Pilates International® instructor means... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=19089 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=19089 As a Studio Pilates® licensed instructor you will experience the personal joy and satisfaction of making a real and positive impact in the lives of your class members by providing them with awesome and effective classes that they enjoy coming back to over and over again. You will experience a world class mentoring and professional development program specifically designed to help you to improve your classes for the benefit of... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=19085 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=19085 What is the biggest barrier that prevents instructing greatness? The biggest barrier that some instructors will face is the fear that they create for themselves by thinking that they must be absolutely perfect before commencing instructing Studio Pilates® classes. Don’t get me wrong, whilst the endless pursuit of improved instruction and better results for class members is vital to your success, you actually need to... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=18997 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=18997 The Cueing Formula evolved from the analysis of literally tens of thousands of Pilates classes and the most effective way to communicate an exercise so that the vast majority of people ‘get it’ straight away. With effective cueing, people don’t have to ask questions and they gain the full benefit from the exercise. The Cueing Formula has been tried and tested and it’s one of the key pillars that... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=18437 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=18437 You can be the most knowledgeable Pilates instructor in the world, but unless you are good at actually teaching your members how to perform the exercises, then this is of no use to you or to them. It can be very frustrating for both the instructor and member when they can’t understand how to perform an exercise. When this happens, it is very easy to blame the member for their lack of listening and observation skills and... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=18425 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=18425 There are a few key ways to avoid injuries in your Studio Pilates class. In this article we examine the 3 most important. 1) Use the Studio PilatesPre-Amble to give ownership to the member 2) Ask your pre-class questions 3) Use your levels and give even easier variations 1) Use the Studio Pilates Pre-Amble to give ownership to the member The critical parts of your Pre-Amble are as follows: “Please remember... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=18469 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=18469 Every time I teach a class, I remind myself of my simple goal as an instructor: My goal as a Studio Pilates International® instructor is to ensure every single member that attends one of my classes, enjoys a challenging workout and is inspired by my passion for Pilates, for health and for fitness. Through me, my members are inspired to transform their bodies with Studio Pilates and in doing so, they become my raving fans. ... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=18465 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=18465 Pilates classes can often have those members who are carrying an injury in them. If the member has indentified they are sore in a certain area of their body in the Pre Class Questions then you should determine if there are going to be any exercises that may not suit them at all, or if they will need to do easier variations. When asking the questions and drilling down further you should focus on these questions: WHEN: When did it... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=18461 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=18461 Want to pack your Pilates classes with Studio Pilates devotees? Your success is dependent on two main things: a) Ensuring the class experience is awesome, and b) Being liked as an instructor by your class members. These two things, combined with giving people a great workout are your keys to instructing success. Here, we examine the twelve ways to pack the room. Apply these to every member, every class and you will build... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=18457 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=18457 The nature of group exercise is that people are part of a group. When you single a Pilates class participant out from the group you can risk alienating them by making them feel self conscious and embarrassed, severely diminishing the member’s class experience. For this reason, if you see incorrect technique your steps should be in this sequence: 1) Correct the group as a whole 2) When moving around the room and when... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=18453 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=18453 In this article we examine two very different things that are spelt in a very similar way. Let’s first examine complaining. Studio Pilates classes are tough. They work the muscles and build the muscle endurance considerably so people are going to feel the burn. When feeling the burn some people are more vocal than others. Some like to suffer in silence and others like to ‘let it out’ so to speak.... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=18449 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=18449 Ever wondered why some instructors seem to have a massive following whilst others don’t? Each instructor’s uniqueness and individuality is celebrated and embraced at Studio Pilates International® as we want to see you become the best and most complete version of you. Below is a list of attributes we have discovered the top 10% of instructors possess and when they’re all combined, they give you... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=18445 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=18445 If you’re instructing an exercise, it’s a simple movement, your group is all doing what you’ve told them to do, they’re working hard and not resting, you’ve given them the concentration points there is now the opportunity to just be silent and let the class enjoy the workout. You should cue a lot in a class to get the best results for the member, but there are times in your class when... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=18433 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=18433 Here are 5 simple ways that you can keep your Studio Pilates class flowing and your members getting results: 1. Advance position yourself for demonstrating 2. Use other forms of non-verbal communication for demonstrations 3. Nail your class Pre Amble 4. Get your equipment ready and checked in advance 5. Work the Cueing Formula 1. Advance position yourself for demonstrating When you’ve only got a couple of reps... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=18429 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=18429 Here’s a question for you. How often are you doing a Studio Pilates class? Not instructing...actually doing a class? Every day perhaps? Twice a week maybe? Just when new programs are released? Never? If you’re not doing a class very frequently, then you have to ask yourself how authentic you are as an instructor. If you’re advocating that people do your classes and you’re not doing them... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=18005 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=18005 Before going out and blowing a stack of cash on expensive (and often in-effective) advertising to get more people into your Pilates or group fitness classes, I recommend that you first focus on these12 essential items of service to make sure your cheapest and most effective business generator is working well, that's word of mouth marketing and personal referrals. The 12 basic service essentials for instructing are as... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=18025 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=18025 I always enjoyed Pilates and I had personally used the Studio Pilates International DVDs at home for years and loved them and so I decided to do the level 1 matwork course. This it turns out has been one of the best decisions of my life. After completing the course I simply hired a local hall and put up a flyer on the notice board of my local supermarket. By my 3rd ever Pilates class I had 20 participants paying $10 each.... This... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=18021 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=18021 I have been a Personal Trainer for 3 years, working in both the gym setting and also outdoor and mobile sessions. Being a PT in Sydney is very competitive, and I was looking for something extra to add to my PT sessions to attract more clients and to better help my clients with their goals. One of my friends who has previously done the Studio Pilates International Matwork course recommended it to me, not only to use Pilates as a... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=18017 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=18017 Want to boost your health and fitness business profits? Find out how Pilates might just be the key to your success.  1. By increasing your skills or those of your team members, you increase profits The best investment one can make in business is investing in enhancing the quality of the service that you provide. That is why people come to you and pay for your service right? Investing in new skills for you or your team gets... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=18009 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=18009 Hi, my name is Tanya Winter – I am a Physiotherapist who has a passion for Pilates – both in helping my clients and also in sharing my knowledge and experience to teach people how to be great Pilates Instructors. I was originally introduced to Pilates through my swimming career as a teenager, using it as a cross training tool and for injury prevention and rehabilitation. Part of the reason that I wanted to become a... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=18001 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=18001 Shoulder injuries can be devastating and they can be difficult to accurately diagnose, frustrating to treat and slow to rehabilitate. Most of all, shoulder injuries affect so many daily activities, not just sport. Lifting kids, gardening, getting dressed and sleeping are all potential shoulder pain aggravators. Once you’ve hurt your shoulder, it’s not easy to ignore. Part of the problem is the actual structure of... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17993 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17993 Chest press, overhead triceps, bicep curls, push ups…..all are easy enough exercises to perform, great for strengthening and toning the arms, if done correctly. Do any of these exercises for long enough, with poor technique, extreme levels of resistance and postural weakness and you’ll end up with much more than just great guns and that’s an injury! Physiotherapists are often at the tail end of a gym... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=16477 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=16477 Want to know how to get the biggest bang for your buck with a Pilates course? Read on to find out what you should research so you get the most value for your money. There are a number of courses offering various degrees of training for new Pilates Instructors, and it is worth doing your research before making the investment. Here are my top 10 tips for choosing the best instructor training course for you... 1. Check out the amount... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=11071 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=11071 Patello-femoral pain Knee pain is a very common complaint, and can be due to a number of causes. One of the most common type of knee pain however is patello-femoral syndrome. Patello femoral syndrome is the term used to describe pain in and around the knee cap (patella), Pain is the result of abnormal position and movement of the patella on the thigh bone (femur) during knee flexion (often referred to as maltracking). This movement... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=11010 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=11010 Have you ever thought it would be a great idea to become a Pilates instructor but don’t have a clue how to get started? Well, the aim of this article is to help shed some light on just how easy it is to start living your dream of helping to tone up others and earning a great living doing so. First there are a few fundamental questions that you need to ask yourself before embarking on becoming a Pilates Instructor. ... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=11009 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=11009 The Transversus Abdominus – the secret weapon against Lower Back Pain   Most people know that strong abdominal muscles help with lower back pain, but just doing regular sit ups is not necessarily the answer – we must be more specific than this and make sure we are activating specific muscles in the correct way for abdominal exercises to have any effect on back pain at all. However, when done correctly... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17829 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17829 Ingredients • 500 g turkey mince • 1 large onion finely chopped • 2 large celery stalks finely chopped • 2 medium carrots grated • 1 tablespoon of rosemary • Black pepper to taste • ½ cup water • ¼ cup chopped flat leaf Italian parsley or normal parsley • 1 chicken or vegetable stock cube, or ½ teaspoon of... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17825 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17825 Running is one of the quickest and easiest ways to exercise in terms of time and accessibility – all you need is yourself, some good shoes and the great outdoors! But why do some people seem to glide over the surface and run with ease whilst others struggle along? And why do some people continually get niggling injuries from running? To improve your running technique, obviously a good level of cardiovascular fitness is... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17817 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17817 Feeling inspired after reading about the Secrets of Runners. Grab a copy of Studio Pilates awesome DVD 'Pilates for Runners & Cyclists' and we'll throw in 5 Body Tone Bars when you mention this offer! Call Kimmi on 3899 4555 to purchase your DVD, but hurry limited stocks only. http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17813 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17813 Earn an amazing 2000 Pilates Rewards Points in July each time that you refer a friend to Studio Pilates International! That's right, we have DOUBLED the Pilates Rewards Points on offer if you bring a friend to Pilates. 2000 Pilates points equates to $40 to spend on more Pilates classes, Pilates DVDs or other Pilates products. To make is easy for you we'll even give you a free gift voucher for you to pass onto a... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17625 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17625 Kay has been a member of Studio Pilates International for over 10 years, conscientiously doing one class a week at the Hawthorne studio. She recently decided to run the Gold Coast Marathon and having completed this mammoth undertaking, Kay wrote this account of her thoughts and feelings about the race: Standing at the starting line I was both excited and surprisingly calm. I looked down at my hands and looked at the words I had written... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12462 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12462 Only 2% of people in society set regular goals and strangely enough they are the most successful in their fields. Follow this simple 14 step process when setting a weight loss goal and it will help you not only achieve it  but also surpass it with ease . 1. Think about what you want You must decide on what you really want and it has to mean a lot to you. If you sort of want it, you will never achieve it. The pain of not... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17689 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17689 Once you’ve achieved your goal weight you have a very simple but life altering decision to make. You can choose to keep on doing what you’ve done to reach your goal by exercising, doing Pilates, eating well, prioritising your exercise and making these things part of your everyday life or can choose to undo all your hard work and fall straight back into your old habits that got you to a point in your life that you... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17681 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17681 The reason your should skip takeaway food all together when you're watching your weight is that it's much harder to control your energy intake. When was the last time you had an energy label on your take away? It's pretty rare right? That's often for two reasons, one is the fact that they often don't want you to know how much fat is in the food and the other is the variable nature of the menu... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17349 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17349 When did you start/how long have you been doing Pilates with us? I honestly can't remember, maybe 5 or 6 years now. What made you start Pilates? I had always exercised but could never get the tone I was after and wasn't happy with my overall bodyshape. I started doing the mat classes at the gym with Jade and was told you could get better results from going to the studio and so I gave it a try. What... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17189 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17189 Salmon and Salad 1 small piece of salmon without the skin Fancy lettuce Cucumber Tomato Carrot Red Capsicum Method Cook the salmon to your liking on either a non stick frying pan or a grill. Don’t add any oil to the fish when cooking as salmon has quite a lot of natural oils in it. Chop the lettuce, cucumber, tomato, and raw mushrooms and serve with some raw grated carrot on top.   http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17185 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17185 Salmon and Vegetables Ingredients 1 small piece of salmon without the skin Broccoli Carrot Cauliflower Zucchini Method Cook the salmon to your liking on either a non stick frying pan or a grill. Don’t add any oil to the fish when cooking as salmon has quite a lot of natural oils in it. Chop and then steam the broccoli, carrot and green beans and zucchini to your liking and serve with the... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17181 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17181 White Fish and Salad Ingredients 1 piece of white fish Fancy lettuce Cucumber Tomato Carrot Grated fresh beetroot Lemon juice or wedge Method Cook the fish to your liking on either a non stick frying pan or a grill. Don’t add any oil to the fish when cooking Chop the lettuce, cucumber, tomato, and raw mushrooms and serve with some raw grated carrot on top. Serve fish with a squeeze of... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17177 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17177 White Fish and Vegetables Ingredients 1 piece of white fish Broccoli Carrot Green beans Zucchini Method Cook the fish to your liking on either a non stick frying pan or a grill. Don’t add any oil to the fish when cooking Chop and then steam the broccoli, carrot and green beans and zucchini to your liking Serve fish with a squeeze of fresh lemon and a small amount of salt and pepper if... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17173 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17173 Chicken and Salad 1 medium sized chicken breast Fancy lettuce Cucumber Tomato Carrot Green beans Method Cook the chicken breast to your liking on either a non stick frying pan or a grill. Don’t add any oil to the chicken when cooking Chop the lettuce, cucumber, tomato, and green beans and serve with some raw grated carrot on top.   http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17169 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17169 Chicken and Vegetables Ingredients 1 medium sized chicken breast Broccoli Carrot Zucchini Method Cook the chicken breast to your liking on either a non stick frying pan or a grill. Don’t add any oil to the chicken when cooking Chop and then steam the broccoli, carrot and green beans to your liking and serve.   http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17165 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17165 Steak and Salad 1 piece of lean steak the size of the palm of your hand Fancy lettuce Cucumber Tomato Mushrooms Red capsicum Method Trim any remaining seams of fat off of the steak Season with pepper and a small amount of salt Cook the steak to your liking on either a non stick frying pan or a grill. Don’t add any oil to the meat when cooking Chop the lettuce, cucumber, tomato, raw mushrooms and... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17161 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17161 Steak and Vegetables Ingredients 1 piece of lean steak the size of the palm of your hand Broccoli Carrot Green beans Method Trim any remaining seams of fat off of the steak Season with pepper and a small amount of salt Cook the steak to your liking on either a non stick frying pan or a grill. Don’t add any oil to the meat when cooking Chop and then steam the broccoli, carrot and green beans to... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17153 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17153 Ingredients 2 eggs 1 small capsicum 1 cup sliced mushrooms Asparagus spears Finely diced rosemary Method Heat a non-stick pan to low-medium heat and add tiny amount of grapeseed oil, chopped capsicum and asparagus with the mushrooms and finely chopped rosemary a little later, cook for 1-2 minutes then crack the eggs into the pan. Continue stirring constantly until eggs are just set. Season with sea salt and... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17149 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17149 Ingredients 2 eggs 1 handful of baby spinach leaves 1 tomato 1 cup sliced mushrooms Chopped basil leaves Method Heat a non-stick pan to low-medium heat and add tiny amount of grapeseed oil, chopped tomatoes and mushrooms, cook for 1 minute then crack the eggs into the pan. Continue stirring constantly adding in the baby spinach and stir until eggs are just set. Top with chopped herb leaves and season with sea salt... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12519 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12519 Warm Beef Salad with Rocket, Radicchio and Potato Ingredients 100-150g beef sirloin per person, thickly sliced 400g chat potatoes, halved 1 red onion, thinly sliced 1 clove garlic, crushed 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and halved 2 heads of radicchio (or similar reddish/purple coloured lettuce leaves) 1 bunch of rocket, loosely torn ½ cup parsley Grapeseed oil Balsamic vinegar ... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12518 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12518 Bok Choy and Noodle Stir Fry Ingredients Sesame oil 2 tablespoons grated ginger 2 cloves garlic, sliced 1 large red chilli, seeded and sliced 8 heads bok choy, quartered lengthways 12 shiitake or other mushrooms, halved 1 red capsicum, sliced 2 tablespoons tamari or soy sauce 1 cup chicken stock (normal or gluten free) 250g dried noodles (either rice vermicelli, buckwheat or soba noodles) Method Cook noodles... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12517 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12517 Vegetable Pasta Ingredients 1 packet of Buckwheat pasta spirals or 1 packet of other wholegrain pasta spirals 2 cups of green beans, finely chopped 4 stalks of celery, finely chopped 2 carrots, finely chopped 1 red capsicum, finely chopped 1 fresh cob of corn, kernels cut off (or 1 can of corn rinsed and drained) I red onion, finely chopped 2 garlic cloves, crushed Dressing: Lemon juice Low fat mayonnaise ... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12516 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12516 Ratatouille with Chicken and Broccoli Ingredients 1 can whole peeled tomatoes Grapeseed oil 1 large onion, chopped 1 red capsicum, diced 1 yellow or green capsicum, diced 1 eggplant, diced 1/2 tbs chopped fresh thyme 2 tbs torn fresh basil leaves 2 garlic cloves, crushed Broccoli 100g chicken breast per person   Method: Ratatouille: Heat the oil in a frying pan over medium heat and add the... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12515 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12515 Grilled Fish with Cabbage and Orange Salad Ingredients 100-150g any firm flesh white fish such as snapper or barramundi Salad: 1 ½ cups finely shredded red cabbage (buy a quarter of a red cabbage) 5 cups coarsely shredded Chinese cabbage (buy 1 Chinese cabbage) 1 cup each of loosely packed basil, mint and parsley leaves 4 shallots, chopped finely 4 trimmed celery stalks 2 medium carrots Fennel bulb ... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12514 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12514 San Choy Bow Ingredients Sesame oil 500g chicken mince 1 small brown onion, chopped finely 2 tablespoons water 1 clove garlic, crushed 1cm piece of fresh ginger, grated 100g shiitake or other mushrooms 2 tablespoons tamari or soy sauce 2 tablespoons oyster sauce 1 tablespoon lime juice 2 cups bean sprouts 4 shallots, finely sliced ¼ cup chopped fresh coriander 12 large butter lettuce leaves (if... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12511 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12511 Lamb with Sweet Potato Mash and Greens Ingredients 150g lean lamb steak per person Rosemary leaves, finely chopped 1 garlic clove, crushed 1 sweet potato, chopped Green beans Broccolini or broccoli Olive oil Sea salt and pepper Method Rub garlic, rosemary and pepper into the lamb steaks, then cook on a hot plate, BBQ or pan until browned both sides or cooked as desired Cook sweet potato in a saucepan with... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12509 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12509 Chicken, Pear and Walnut Salad Ingredients 100g cooked sliced chicken Arugula or rocket leaves ½ pear (or green apple) sliced Walnuts, chopped Celery, sliced (Optional – grated hard cheese: parmesan or goats pecorino romano) Method Combine all ingredients and serve Serves 1 Still Hungry? 1 piece of wholegrain bread or a cracker   http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12507 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12507 Italian Bean Salad Ingredients 1 can rinsed, drained butter/lima beans Rocket or baby spinach/other leafy greens Cucumber, sliced 1 tomato, sliced finely Basil leaves and parsley leaves, chopped Optional - Finely sliced hard cheese(eg parmesan, or pecorino romano – hard goats cheese) or low fat cottage cheese Dressing: Balsamic vinegar and olive oil to taste Method Combine all ingredients Top with... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12506 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12506 Kidney Bean and Corn Salad Ingredients 1 cup corn kernels (either canned, rinsed and drained or cut fresh from the cob) 1 can kidney beans, rinsed and drained I tomato, chopped Parsley, chopped Red capsicum, chopped Celery, shopped Shallots, finely chopped Optional: red chilli, chopped Dressing: Olive oil Lemon juice Method Place all ingredients in a bowl and mix well. Serves 2 Extra: wrap mixture... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12505 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12505 Roast Beef Salad Ingredients 100g rare roast beef, sliced (either home cooked/leftovers, or from the deli at Woolworths) Cherry tomatoes or any type of tomatoes Mixed salad leaves Mixed herb leaves eg parsley, basil etc Sliced cucumber Red onion, sliced Sliced celery Optional: Sliced mushrooms or avocado Dressing: Wholegrain mustard (1/2 teaspoon) Finely chopped garlic Olive oil Method Mix all... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12504 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12504 Salmon Boats   Ingredients 1 stalk celery, finely chopped ¼ carrot, grated Mint, coriander or parsley leaves 1 cm ginger, finely grated Lemon juice Tahini Can of tinned salmon 1-2 small-medium Lebanese cucumbers Method Cut cucumbers in half lengthways, and scoop out the seeds. (Note: see below for ideas with cucumber seeds) Drain salmon, and mach flesh and bones with a fork. Mix with,... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12503 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12503 Moroccan Chickpea Salad Ingredients 1 tin chickpeas, rinsed well and drained 2 tomatoes Shallot or 1/2 red onion, sliced 1 red capsicum, cut into thin strips ½ cup chopped parsley 1 tablespoon chopped mint leaves Iceberg lettuce, finely sliced Dressing: Tahini Lemon juice Olive oil Crushed garlic ¼ teaspoon turmeric and cumin Method Mix salad ingredients together and serve with... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12502 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12502 Chicken with Grapefruit and Avocado Salad   Ingredients 100 g cooked chicken, sliced (use leftovers for ease) ½ grapefruit, segmented (if grapefruit is unavailable, substitute with an orange) ¼ avocado 200g watercress leaves or shredded cos lettuce leaves ½ shallot, finely sliced Olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt and pepper to taste Method Mix all ingredients together and... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12501 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12501 Asian Salmon Salad Ingredients 1 can wild Alaskan salmon (Paramount brand) Asian baby greens or baby spinach Chopped celery Chopped cucumber Snow peas or sugar snap peas Chopped red capsicum Sprouts Fresh coriander Grated ginger Lemon or lime juice Method Mix together all salad ingredients and top with grated ginger, lemon or lime juice (and tamari or soy sauce if wanted) Serves 1 Still Hungry? 1... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12496 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12496 Grated Vegetable Salad with Wholegrain Toast Ingredients 1 zucchini 1 small carrot 1 small beetroot Tahini or almond butter 1 tablespoon lemon juice ½ teaspoon honey Method Grate the zucchini Peel and grate the carrot and beetroot Mix together in a bowl with lemon juice Spread almond butter or tahini and small amount of honey onto toast Top with grated vegetables Tip – keep... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12492 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12492 Baked Beans Ingredients 1 Can cannellini beans (or any white beans) 1 Can diced tomatoes 1 Red onion, chopped 1 Capsicum, chopped Fresh basil leaves Black pepper Method Cook capsicum and shallots/onion in a non-stick pan with small amount of grapeseed oil on medium heat for 2 minutes. Add beans and canned tomatoes and bring to the boil, stirring occasionally, then simmer for 10 mins on low heat. Season with pepper... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12490 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12490 Brown Rice topped with Steamed Greens Ingredients ½ - ¾ cup cooked brown rice (there are various brands of 2 minute microwave rice pouches now available from the supermarket for convenience) I bunch of kale or English spinach Asparagus spears Pumpkin seeds or almond slivers Tamari or soy sauce Method Chop ends of asparagus and chop into half, chop the ends off the spinach or kale. Place them... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12488 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12488 Wholegrain Toast with Avocado and Tomato Ingredients 2 slices wholegrain wheat or gluten free bread ¼ avocado 1 tomato (Optional: smoked salmon slices on top) Method Toast the bread Spread avocado onto the toast Top with tomato slices (optional: and smoked salmon slices) Sea salt and pepper to taste Still Hungry? 1 piece of fresh fruit   http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12467 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12467 Family gatherings, social events, and holidays are prime time for indulgences. When it’s time to party, it’s easy to lose sight of your goal, relax, and have too good a time. Now, I’m not saying you have to restrict yourself. I actually think enjoying an indulgence or two is good for both body and soul. But beware: straying too far away from your eating plan can be a slippery slope. Here are some tips... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17137 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17137 Here are six quick tips for you to help you to move some quick kilos. Drink a glass of water before eating: Have a large glass of water 10 minutes before eating to trick the stomach into feeling more full. Eat slowly: Give the food time to register and give the body time to tell the brain you’ve had enough before you over eat and then put on weight. Drink only water: That’s right, just water and nothing else... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17133 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17133 Want to learn how to break down and break through the victim mentality that plagues so many of us and limits our potential? Want to find out what is preventing so many of us from achieving success? Well....keep reading. What I want you to do is picture a horizontal line and you can be above the line or below this line in your attitude, your mentality or thinking about any given situation. Now if you’re below the line your... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17129 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17129 One very common reason I find people over eat is because they are what’s termed as an ‘emotional eater’. Have you ever found yourself eating more than you need to and feeling over full because you’re feeling; bored, upset, stressed, depressed, angry, nervous or even happy and in a celebratory mood? Whatever the emotion is that triggers this overeating response you need to be very aware and... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17125 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17125 Want to know how to boost your self confidence and how to help you to feel better about yourself straight away? Now we all have conscious thoughts running through our mind. We think internally, we process information, we make decisions but one thing that is often overlooked is what you are saying to yourself about you on daily, hourly even a minute by minute basis. What I mean is do you beat yourself up internally? Have you ever... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17121 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17121 Eating food for the next 12 weeks needs to be seen purely as a source of energy (and one that needs to be closely monitored and balanced), not something that you must derive heavenly pleasures from each time something touches your lips. This endless pursuit of amazing flavours often carries with it a nasty 3 letter word and that’s FAT. Often, this amazing tasting food is high in fat or sugars from the process of making... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17117 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17117 Most of us know what a comfort zone is right? Think of it as a circle of experience around you. It’s a time when everything comes easily to you, you don’t have to try very hard, you don’t have to learn anything new, you don’t feel any fear at any time... you get the idea right? It’s comfortable, nothing is a stretch. The only problem is it’s often hard to recognise when... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17113 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17113 I often get asked "Do I have to give up my glass or two of wine at night time to lose weight?" Well...how fast do you want the results? If you feel that you have to have a glass or two of wine each night to ‘wind down’ then I hate to break the news to you but you have an alcohol dependency....now that’s not very nice to hear is it? By all means, continue to consume your alcohol, you... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17109 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17109 Have you ever felt afraid to do something or to start something new? In this article you’ll learn how to smash down the fear barrier and break through to success! First, let’s have a look at what the acronym fear stands for, FEAR stands for: False Expectations Appearing Real Let me explain.... When starting something new or when you’re feeling fearful, you’re often thinking of... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17105 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17105 In this article you’ll learn the science of making a lasting change in your life and how to get moving forwards and start to kick goals. The formula for change is as follows: In order for you to make a significant change in your life your dissatisfaction level, multiplied by the vision you have for yourself, plus your willingness to take the first steps, all combined has to be greater than your resistance to change. The... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17101 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17101 You should aim to reduce or eliminate coffee all together from your diet. Stimulants elevate how much your adrenal glands work and your energy levels bounce up and down all day like a yo-yo and so when you come down off your caffeine high you will either opt for more caffeine or you will opt for some sugar for another lift. Now, if you reach for more coffee to pep you back up and if you have your coffee with sugar and milk; these two... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17097 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17097 I want you to choose a physical location or environment in which to transform your body in as part of the Results by Jade program. You will be doing a mixture of toning and cardio workouts to accelerate your weight loss and your results. For your toning workouts, if you live near a Studio Pilates International studio then take full advantage of this and get there regularly, if you don’t live near a studio then home is your... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17093 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17093 This is one of my favourite parts of the Results by Jade program...your kitchen makeover. To get serious results your focus needs to be firmly on what you eat or more importantly what and how much you don’t eat. Your diet is pivotal to your success and this is what will make or break your results. There is no point in exercising like crazy and burning off the energy then just eating more food to replace it and either... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17089 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17089 Just like other areas of the body the fat is made up of cells and you may find a higher concentration and larger fat cells in your ‘problem area’. They will reduce but the cells are larger so they will just take longer unfortunately. You can however change the appearance and feel of your problem area by focussing on toning this area of your body by doing your Pilates and challenging the resistance levels when... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17085 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17085 It’s important to learn how to use the simple information contained on food packaging to your advantage in helping you to lose weight. You see, most processed foods will have a label on the side of the packaging. This is a great way to learn about the energy, protein and fat levels of the foods that you buy. This is an example of what a food label looks like: Now, there are a few things to note on your food label.... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17081 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17081 It’s a very important step in your 12 week Results by Jade program to recruit your support team and ask for their help out loud. What does this mean I hear you ask....? Well, you’ll need to say your goal out load to your family, friends, even colleagues if needed, everyone in your life that can help you to make it just that little bit easier for you to achieve success. You see if you want to reach your goal you... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17077 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17077 There is no right or wrong answer to this question. It comes down to two things, whether you like to exercise with food in your stomach or not and how many calories you’ve consumed vs. how many you’ve burned in total for the day or in other words getting the weight loss formula right. The food you eat 30min before exercise won’t be metabolised and ready for use by the muscles that quickly. The energy you... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17073 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17073 Having dinner earlier in the evening and having a lighter meal with little or no carbohydrate does help you lose weight faster and overall is a great way to go. If you’ve eaten two ridiculously high calorie meals for breakfast and lunch, then having a lighter meal at night will decrease your days calorie intake, but not if you’ve blown your calorie budget already for the day. If you have already consumed your... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17069 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17069 In this article you will learn how to set a SMART goal that will help you to stay motivated and create success. Now SMART is an acronym for the words...Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Results based and Time Orientated. Lets’ examine these key elements in a little more detail. First of all it needs to be specific, in other words you need to know exactly what you want to do and what you want to achieve. If your goal is a... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17065 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17065 In this article you will learn about a little thing that’s called the frustration bubble. Have you ever started a new project or a new job, a new sport or past time and felt frustrated and given up? Of course you have....we all have. Whenever you start something new you will inevitably get frustrated along the way. This period of frustration is known as the frustration bubble. Like all things there’s the start or... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17061 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17061 Here’s a hot tip for you, there is no such thing as a fat burning zone. Forget what you’ve been told, this is a complete myth. The way you lose weight is by creating a daily energy deficit by burning more energy than you eat and drink in the day and then the body is forced to use some of the energy it has stored on the body as fat...you see this is what fat is....energy, stored on your body for when it needs... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17057 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17057 Here are some of my personal tips for staying on track with your weight loss goal: The first and foremost you need to measure yourself along the way to see that you’re on track otherwise you will have no idea if what you’re doing is correct or if you need to modify aspects of your program. You must keep a log and write down when you exercise and record your weight when you weigh in so you can track if it’s... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17053 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17053 Well... you’re going to have to make up for it the next day, but the main thing is not to beat yourself up over it by telling yourself you’re hopeless or you have no control as this does nothing for your self confidence. The simple solution to a blow out is to decrease your calorie intake tomorrow (from what you would have normally consumed) and burn more energy through exercise the next day as you will have more... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17049 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17049 When you’re starting a new type of exercise or increasing your existing form of exercise intensity, resistance or duration, your body will tend to go through an adaptation cycle where your body is adapting to the load you’re placing it under. You will have micro and macro adaptation cycles. A micro adaptation cycle is usually very quick and can be as fast as a 24-48 hour process and can even be a daily occurrence.... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17041 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17041 When training your body you must be mentally prepared that you may pick up a physical injury at some stage. In order to strengthen and tone your muscles and/or burn excess fat through exercise, you will need to challenge your body to do things that it doesn’t normally do. You will be putting it under a physical load that it’s not used to and an injury may occur and if you have any pre existing injuries, if you have... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17037 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17037 I want you to think of the muscles in your body as being like fuel to your weight loss fire. Let me explain. In simple terms, the more lean muscle you have in your body, the faster you will burn energy when you do your cardio. Also, the faster your metabolic rate will be and you’ll be able to push yourself harder when doing your Pilates and your cardio creating a double even a triple snowball effect. Sounds good... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=16485 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=16485 In Studio Mini-Challenge JUNE 2011 If you're a member of a Studio Pilates International studio you now have the opportunity to win a Home Workout Package valued at over $270...! All you need to do to win is do the most amount of workouts in your studio in the 30 days of June 2011 and you win! You'll be looking trim, taught and terrific and have a great home workout kit that you can use when you're... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=16481 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=16481 Calling all Studio Pilates International instructors for this great special offer! We want to look after the people who look after us and so we're offering a $100 gift voucher for simply referring a friend to do an instructor training course to spend on more courses,studio workouts or Studio Pilates International products. Simply have your friend mention that you referred them when they register and pay for any Studio... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=16461 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=16461 Pilates Pro, Olympian and Co-Founder of Studio Pilates International®, Jade Winter gives this insight on how to boost performance on your bike and get ahead of the pack without having to buying a new bicycle. If you’re into cycling then you know how much difference a great bike makes to your performance - what you may not know is how much difference good pelvic and core stability makes to your cycling performance.... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=13853 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=13853 Pilates....Strengthening Women From Within Article by Jade Winter, Co-Founder of Studio Pilates International® Training your core if you’re a woman takes a different approach than a man. Every female I’ve taken for Pilates based core training over the last decade (that’s over 60,000 client consultations and counting) have all wanted one thing and that is a flat stomach. I’m here to... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12470 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12470 Skiing can be a mixed bag, one minute you are flying down the slopes, then next you have a crashed and you have mouth full of snow. If you’re lucky you haven’t sustained an injury, a twisted knee, a sprained wrist or worse a broken bone. There are some things you can’t control on the slopes, other skiers, the weather, the visibility, but there are measures you can take to make sure you have the strength in... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12465 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12465 Did you know that losing weight all starts when you walk through the supermarket doors...? We all find it hard to resist the lure of decadent food. Unless of course you have iron clad will power total self control that is. Sadly, most of us don't and if you're goal is to lose weight then you might need to consider shopping differently to get optimum results from your Pilates workouts.  Here’s my... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=16405 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=16405 Don’t let a little chilly weather this winter deter you from sculpting the body you’ve always wanted...throw off the doona, set some goals and get cracking! At this time every year it seems so many people go into hibernation... and I always get asked the question: “how do I stay motivated to exercise now that it’s winter?” I’m no different to anyone else, there is nothing... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12548 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12548 There are many fitness franchises in the marketplace to choose from and today with the offering of the impersonal, self serve 24/7 gym chains, savvy exercise consumers are searching for something better, something that gives amazing results and provides great value for the money they pay. This is where the Studio Pilates International® business concept comes into its own. You see doing Pilates has always been desirable as... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12520 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12520 This recipe is by Studio Pilates International in Brisbane. Studio Pilates International provide Pilates classes in Brisbane, Pilates courses & training, Pilates DVDs and more. Pita Pizza Ingredients Pizza sauce Red onion, chopped Red capsicum, chopped Mushrooms Tomatoes, chopped Basil leaves Finely sliced meat Rocket leaves 1 wholegrain pita bread/wrap (whole wheat or gluten free) or small pizza base ... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12513 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12513 This recipe is by Studio Pilates International in Brisbane. Studio Pilates International provide Pilates classes in Brisbane, Pilates courses & training, Pilates DVDs and more. Prawn and Mango Salad Ingredients Cos lettuce, sliced Baby spinach leaves 200g cooked cold prawns per person 1 large Lebanese cucumber, cubed 1 avocado, chopped Snow peas Dressing: 1 mango 2 tablespoons fresh coriander ... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12512 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12512 This recipe is by Studio Pilates International in Brisbane. Studio Pilates International provide Pilates classes in Brisbane, Pilates courses & training, Pilates DVDs and more. Coriander prawns Ingredients 200g large green prawns per person 1 tablespoon sweet chilli sauce 2 tablespoons roughly chopped coriander 1 tomato, peeled, seeded and chopped 3 garlic cloves, crushed Mixed lettuce leaves Cucumber (peel... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12508 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12508 This recipe is by Studio Pilates International in Brisbane. Studio Pilates International provide Pilates classes in Brisbane, Pilates courses & training, Pilates DVDs and more. Chilli Rice Bean Salad Ingredients 1 packet of Tilda Pinto Bean and Chilli steamed Basmati rice Baby spinach leaves ½ avocado, chopped Lebanese cucumber, chopped Method Heat rice sachet in microwave as per directions on... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12500 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12500 Ingredients 1 can of tuna in olive oil Rocket or baby spinach leaves Fennel bulb Cucumber Sprouts Chopped parsley Shallots Lemon juice Olive oil Method Finely slice fennel bulb widthways, discarding the hard centre. Finely slice cucumber. Drain tuna. Mix together tuna, leaves, fennel, cucumber, shallots, parsley and sprouts. Drizzle with lemon juice. Serves 1 Still Hungry? 1 piece of wholegrain... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12498 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12498 This recipe is by Studio Pilates International in Brisbane. Studio Pilates International provide Pilates classes in Brisbane, Pilates courses & training, Pilates DVDs and more.   Snacks 8 x almonds or walnuts Banana or apple slices with almond butter Any type of fresh fruit Hard boiled eggs Steamfresh vegetable microwave pouches (very handy and one of the best snack options) Natural yogurt (must... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12497 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12497 This article is by Studio Pilates International in Brisbane. Studio Pilates International provide Pilates classes in Brisbane, Pilates courses & training, Pilates DVDs and more.   Other breakfast ideas Make your own uncooked muesli using rolled oats or quinol flakes, your choice of nuts and seeds, sprinkle of cinnamon and some chopped fruit such as fresh dates or prunes, or banana or grated apple. Serve with... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12495 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12495 Tofu Scramble topped with tomato, pumpkin seeds and avocado slices Ingredients 1 cup soft tofu, well drained and roughly mashed ¼ avocado, diced or sliced I tablespoon chopped parsley ½ tomato finely, diced or sliced ½ teaspoon turmeric or curry powder I small diced onion I cup sliced mushrooms Pumpkin seeds Sea salt Method Sauté onion and mushrooms in small... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12494 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12494 Boiled Eggs with Asparagus Ingredients 2 eggs (they will be less likely to crack if taken out of fridge and at room temperature before putting into water) Asparagus spears Sea salt and pepper to season Method Place water in a saucepan (enough to completely cover eggs) Place eggs into water; wait until the water boils then cook for 3-4 mins At the same time, place asparagus into a steamer basket/saucepan over the... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12493 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12493 Quinoa or Oat Porridge Either Rolled Oats or Quinoa Flakes (Quinoa flakes are perfect for gluten free diets and are available from most health food stores) Make porridge using water, rice, soy or low fat milk (one serving size, made as per instructions on packet) topped with your choice or fruit or nuts, for example: Chopped banana and tahini Berries (fresh or frozen, thawed) and desiccated coconut Chopped pears and... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12491 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12491 Zucchini Omelette Ingredients 1 grated zucchini ½ sliced capsicum, 1 sliced shallot or ¼ sliced red onion 2 eggs, whisked/beaten (Optional: small amount of grated hard goats or cows cheese) Method Heat small non-stick pan to low heat Add small amount of grapeseed oil, and cook the vegetables for 1-2 minutes. Pour egg mixture on top of the vegetables and cook on low until eggs are almost... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12489 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12489 Scrambled Eggs with spinach, tomatoes and mushrooms Ingredients 2 eggs 3 cups of spinach leaves 1 tomato 1 cup sliced mushrooms Chopped basil leaves Method Heat a non-stick pan to low-medium heat and add small amount of grapeseed oil, chopped tomatoes and mushrooms, cook for 1 minute then crack the eggs into the pan. Continue stirring constantly until eggs are just set. To cook spinach, boil water in a... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12469 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12469 When organising any wedding there is much planning, decision making, stress and sometimes arguments. One thing that always stays the same is that all brides want to look their very best in their dress. With how you look on that day forever immortalised in photographs, forever etched in the minds of your husband and guests you don’t want that lasting memory to include flabby arms and fat rolls hanging over your dress. Just... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12468 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12468 Wow! Life sure has changed. With a new edition to the family comes a whole new routine, the endless changing of nappies, the late night feeds, the lack of sleep... the list goes on. So, you’ve decided its time to get back in shape, you want to get that pre-baby body back. Studio Pilates International would like to set you on the path to successful body toning with the following guide, developed by our qualified physio therapists... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12466 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12466 Let’s face it: we are a culture that loves to eat out - at restaurants, at fast-food joints, and even in our cars! It seems we eat anywhere but at home at the dining room table. So even though the food list is easy to use, I know that many of you have to dine out occasionally or even on a regular basis. When you do so, there are some tips you should keep in mind: • Choose restaurants that you know serve some... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12464 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12464 Here is a brief list of foods to eat, to eat in moderation and foods not to eat. Unlimited foods: eat as much of these as you like, they should make up 70% of your diet All low carbohydrate, vegetables and salad: • All types of lettuce or green leafy vegetables • English spinach, kale and silverbeet/Swiss chard • All types of cabbage • Fennel • Asparagus • Green... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12461 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12461 Pilates...the ultimate performance enhancer Jade Winter, Director of Studio Pilates International® in Brisbane gives readers this exclusive sneak peek into the secret training method Felicity Abram uses to get to the top of the world rankings in the ultra competitive sport of Triathlon. Triathlon is a gruelling sport at the elite level. Some of us think we’re ‘ultra fit’ but let me tell you,... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=8047 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=8047 FIRM AND FIT... FAST! By Jade Winter Let face it, life isn’t getting any slower. With advances in communication like email, facebook and twitter things have just gotten even faster. With career, family, friends, study, shopping, housework...it never seems to stop, who has time for exercise?? Well here are a few simple tips on how to squeeze the most out of your day and look firm, fit and fabulous in the process. ... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=11978 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=11978 HOW TO IMPROVE YOUR GOLF SWING WITH PILATES Many golf coaches emphasise the importance of developing a large separation or angle between the ‘hips’ and ‘shoulders’ during the swing - meaning the shoulders rotate a lot further than the hips do. This angle between the pelvis and shoudlers/trunk is formed by two virtual lines through the pelvis and trunk (see diagram below). Maximising... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=8340 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=8340 BLAST YOUR BUTT - and improve your running by Katie Mackenzie of Studio Pilates International® I hope you aren’t too comfortable, as you won’t be sitting for long after reading this article! Our increasingly sedentary lifestyle is causing our bodies to get weaker and important muscle groups are becoming lazy. In a true case of ‘use it or lose it’, muscles that we don’t use atrophy,... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=8141 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=8141 There are 3 main areas of your program you will need to focus on to get your body in the right shape to hit the beach this summer and in each area a vital secret to achieve results you have never dreamed possible. The first component of your body transformation is frequent resistance training, second; effective cardio and the third; eating the right foods. Without a focus on all three areas you’ll take longer to achieve your goal,... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=8143 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=8143 Pilates... there’s been buzz, hype, late night infomercials about it and more, so why is there such a following for Pilates and why hasn’t it faded out like many other exercise fads? Because Pilates works. It gets great results, it’s fun, you can feel it working, it’s challenging, and not to mention the celebrity endorsements from Angelina Jolie, Sarah Jessica Parker, Sienna Miller, Jessica Alba,... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=8046 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=8046 The secret to getting flat abs fast... By Jade Winter We all want a flat stomach and for some people it seems it comes easier than others, they must have some secret, right? Wrong... it’s just some people have discovered the secret to getting flat abs fast: Pilates. Pilates disciples include Gisele Bündchen, Jennifer Hawkins, Madonna and Jennifer Aniston just to name a few. These girls must be onto something right?... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=8142 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=8142 In the quest for the ultimate 6 pack you must first gain a full understanding of how the abdominals work, and careful attention must be paid to the different types or layers of abdominal wall. In gaining this understanding it enables you to then train more effectively and truly achieve the set of abs you have been working towards. Let’s start from the inside out. Transversus Abdominis: (TA) The Transversus Abdominis is the... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22881 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22881 Many people assume that Pilates involves complex positions where you have to turn your body into a pretzel in order to achieve great results. This is simply not true. There are many advanced exercises which are a lot of fun to perform, and increase strength and tone through the body. However, you can achieve the same results through the more basic Pilates exercises. These exercises are ones which target not only your main muscle groups,... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22853 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22853 As you enter into Release 2, we want you to have a great experience both learning your new programs and instructing. We understand that you may have other group fitness programs to study which involve complex choreography. We want Studio Pilates to be different, and we want to make things as easy and convenient for you as possible. We've listened to your feedback on numerous aspects of the program, and have made some changes which... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22333 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22333 Our former Platinum Studio is now called CLINICAL Our former Signature Studio is now called PLATINUM You will notice when you go to book your workouts online that the names of the Studio's are different... Everything else is business as usual!   http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=21669 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=21669 From now until Christmas 2011 you will receive a complimentary Pilates DVD valued at $24.95 when you purchase any physical product from our online store. With a wide variety of products on offer, click here to visit our store or click on an icon below. This offer applies to physical products only and excludes downloadable products such as Print and Go workouts and e-Download DVDs.     ... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=21661 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=21661 At this time of year as our calorie intake inevitably increases, it’s important to still find time to prioritise your health and fitness in December. Here are my tips to help you get your workouts in this month and get your best body ever this Christmas. 1. Pencil it in Book your Pilates classes online in advance. Write the time in your diary and think of it as any other appointment. By pencilling in your Pilates, you can... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=21649 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=21649 If you book any Studio Pilates course over $500 for 2012 in the month of December, you will receive a complimentary Personal Pilates Studio valued at $200. Use the Personal Pilates Studio yourself to stay toned over the festive break or give it as a gift to a loved one and save time and money shopping. *To redeem this offer, courses much be booked and paid in full before 31 December. **For a list of course dates in Brisbane,... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=21641 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=21641   The Studio Pilates bookings system is now all updated to reflect actual opening times over Christmas. In both studios, classes will run as normal up to 24 December.   25 December: CLOSED 26 December: CLOSED 27 December: CLOSED   28 - 31 December in Signature: Only morning classes will run 28 - 31 December in Platinum: Only one instructor will take classes 1 - 2... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=21637 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=21637 Beat the shopping centre madness this Christmas and instead give your family and friends a gift which will improve their overall health, fitness and wellbeing! Here are our top five picks for Pilates-inspired Christmas presents!   1. Gift Certificates A great way to introduce family and friends to the benefits of Pilates. Gift vouchers can be given for dollar amounts, packs of classes or initial... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=21629 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=21629 If you are a member of Studio Pilates International, you have experienced the improved flexibility, posture and strength that Pilates can bring. Did you know that Pilates is also suitable for children? Our instructors can structure a fun and safe kids program in our Platinum studio that will help keep your child active and improve their physical wellbeing these summer holidays. For the month of December, Initial Consultations for... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=21617 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=21617 Be rewarded for purchasing your pack online during the month of December, 2011! When you purchase a 10 pack of Pilates workouts online, you will receive a FREE DVD valued at $24.95 When you purchase a 25 pack, you will receive a FREE DVD combo pack  (Back to Basics, Miniskirt Makeover, and Brazillian Butt Toner) valued at $69.95 When you purchase a 50 pack, you will receive a FREE Pilates Mat and DVD combo pack valued... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=21589 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=21589 Exercise is an integral part of a healthy lifestyle. It helps prevent disease, is important for healthy bones and can help reduce stress, manage fatigue and leads to a better overall quality of life. All of which are very important when there is a newborn to care for. Pregnancy and childbirth have a major impact on a woman’s body, both internally and externally. A guided exercise program can help cope with these changes as... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=21029 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=21029 Complimentary Milk and Co body wash is now available for your convenience in the change rooms at our flagship Hawthorne studio. We have also provided complimentary hairdryers for use as well. These initiatives are to help to increase the convenience for you in the mornings and to help make it easier for you to get to work on time after your morning Studio Pilates class. Enjoy! Click here to visit the Milk & Co... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=21021 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=21021 With the party season just around the corner the temptation to over indulge is ever present. Studio Pilates International Co-Founder Jade Winter shares some tips on how to keep trim and on track this party season...   http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=21017 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=21017 While it may look humble, quinoa is one of the world's most nutritious and healthy foods. Pronounced "Keen-wah," this superfood is not only packed with fibre, vitamins and protein, but it can also help you lose weight! Often referred to as a grain, quinoa is actually the seed of a plant related to spinach and swiss chard! Quinoa has a number of reported health benefits such as the ability to... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20457 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20457 Pilates takes on many forms and Pilates in Brisbane, Pilates in Sydney and Pilates in Melbourne is growing rapidly and Pilates classes and Pilates studios seem to be popping up everywhere. We examine what to look for when searching for when researching Pilates and to shed some light on having a good first experience with Pilates. Pilates in a gym is where most people come into contact with Pilates. Pilates in a gym is usually done... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20233 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20233 Come and join Studio Pilates® Result's Coach and Platinum Instructor Emily Berkelmans as she takes you through a cardio workout for all fitness levels for free on Saturday the 21st of January.. Emily will share with you the most effective way to do cardio to accelerate your weight loss and enhance your RESULTS. Don’t be scared...join in the fun! In this session you will have a great workout plus you'll... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=18441 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=18441 Some people will need actual ‘hands on’ guidance to get their technique right in your Studio Pilates class and to be able to perform safe and efficient movement. When to get hands on Getting hands on should always be the last resort for technical correction. As a group instructor, there is no way you can get to everyone in a large class to correct technique by touch. Besides, not everyone appreciates getting... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17141 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17141 4 hot tips for helping you to stay on track and reach your goal Tip 1. Get advice from the professionals To help you to achieve your goal, ask your instructor for other tips and techniques, don’t ask your next door neighbour, family or friends (unless they are actually experts in the field of course). Your instructors are highly trained fitness professionals and have extensive knowledge about the body and exercise. Use... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17045 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17045 Have you ever done exercise and felt sore and stiff in the muscles the next day? Well you’ve experienced what’s called Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness or ‘DOMS’ for short. DOMS occurs when the muscles do something that they’re not used to doing and it causes some soreness and stiffness. There are different theories as to why this occurs but the most common theory is that the... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12521 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12521 This recipe is by Studio Pilates International in Brisbane. Studio Pilates International provide Pilates classes in Brisbane, Pilates courses & training, Pilates DVDs and more. Other dinner ideas: Lean meat, chicken or fish and steamed low starch vegetables BBQ steak, fish or chicken and salad Any type of stir fried meat and vegetables Brown rice and vegetables For a quick dinner, cook a Steamfresh vegetable... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12510 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12510 This recipe is by Studio Pilates International in Brisbane. Studio Pilates International provide Pilates classes in Brisbane, Pilates courses & training, Pilates DVDs and more. Other lunch ideas and tips There are now salmon and tuna pouches which are flavoured – they are available at the supermarket. They are very tasty with salad or Steamfresh vegetables and rice. Sandwiches or wraps on wholegrain bread... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12499 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12499 This recipe is by Studio Pilates International in Brisbane. Studio Pilates International provide Pilates classes in Brisbane, Pilates courses & training, Pilates DVDs and more. Sweets & Dessert Remember, even though these foods are healthy, they do contain a lot of natural sugars, so only eat very small amounts of them. try Fresh fruit - one of the best fruit choices in strawberries as they are low in sugar and... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=5298 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=5298 With the conclusion of the Beijing Games, the world was given a remarkable reminder of what the human body is capable of – stunning examples of athleticism and mental fortitude were abundant among the 16 days of competition. While marvelling at the wonderful acts before us it is hard to imagine the sheer number of hours and days invested to develop and turn oneself into an elite athlete. You can be certain though, that the one... http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=5297 http://www.studiopilates.com/?process=views/article.php&articleId=5297 Husbands are important in the family dynamic – they do what they can keep their wives and children happy where it is in the workforce or at home. Generally this can lead to some shifting of priorities, in which health and appearance slowly wither into an afterthought. Here are some tips to help your dearest husband keep fit and trim without him really thinking that you are doing anything. Decrease portion sizes of meals –...