by Tracy Ward | Oct 22, 2018 | Pilates
The pilates exercise the “clam” is a hugely popular exercise. It is used in pilates and fitness classes, on gym floors, and for rehabilitation. Yes, I use it all the time too both for work and my personal practise. But is using the clam always the answer?...
by Tracy Ward | Sep 25, 2018 | Pilates
How often do you think about how you breathe? I’m guessing not very often! Becoming familiar with your natural breathing pattern can have a positive effect on your mental health, emotions, reactions to stress and anxiety, and muscular tensions. Breathing more...
by Tracy Ward | Jul 3, 2018 | Lifestyle, Prenatal
For as long as I can remember fitness has been a huge part of my life. I did every sport imaginable when I was young, worked in gyms, and then became a physio and pilates teacher. Fitness isn’t a chore to me it is a way of life. I love feeling strong and healthy...
by Tracy Ward | Jun 14, 2018 | Fitness, Pilates
A very good question asked by many who prefer one discipline over the other, or those who are time restricted in how many workouts they can do! Does your week have time for both pilates and cardio? Or more importantly, should we be doing both? This is something I have...
by Tracy Ward | Jun 16, 2017 | Lifestyle
Since I got back from my holidays a couple of months ago I have been finding all sorts of inspiration on ways to improve my health and fitness lifestyle. I think the long break away in one of my favourite cities really did wonders for clearing my mind and giving me a...
