Guides

Pilates guides

Clear, practical answers about private, duet and mat Pilates, from our studio in Lowell, MA.

From the Riverwalk to the state forest, Lowell has more ways to move than people expect. Here is a local guide, plus how Pilates fits in.

Rail trails, ponds and a growing wellness scene: here is how to stay active in Chelmsford, and where to find private Pilates in North Chelmsford.

Private Pilates rates vary widely across Massachusetts. Here are typical market ranges, what drives the price and how to judge value.

It is never too late to start Pilates. Here is how older adults can begin gently, what to expect and how to make the practice safe and enjoyable.

Returning to movement after having a baby takes patience. Here is how postnatal Pilates can fit in, once your doctor or midwife clears you.

Frequency matters more than intensity in Pilates. Here is how many sessions a week make sense for beginners, busy schedules and specific goals.

Many people turn to Pilates for a sore lower back. Here is what tends to help, what to be careful with, and why starting with your doctor matters.

One on one sessions and small group classes both have a place. Here is how to tell which one fits your goals, your body and your week right now.

The Reformer adds springs that support and challenge you. The mat uses only your body. Here is what each one is like for a true beginner.

A calm, step by step look at a first one on one Pilates session: the conversation, the apparatus, what to wear and how to get the most from it.