In the fitness and well-being industry, the prevalent messaging often takes a toll on mental and physical health. Promises like ‘Drop a dress size’ or ‘Lose X lbs in X days’ are frequently used to market weight loss and fitness programs. However, adhering to these strict rules doesn’t always guarantee success. What happens if the […]
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How do you deal with anxiety?
I returned to the gym last week after 3 years away (and it’s probably been 4 or 5 years since I was there to exercise due to my ongoing health roller-coaster!). It wasn’t an impulse decision to go back. I had been toying with the idea since July – but didn’t want to be indoors […]
Exercise and Chronic Illness
Being diagnosed with Crohn’s was a blow to my confidence big time. I don’t want go along to a ‘regular’ fitness class mostly through fear… When I am teaching class1. We are online so you can happily k ow no one else can see you.But more importantly and this is something I ALWAYS say2. listen […]
Pilates for Beginners – Stronger Squats
Use a ball or cushion between the thighs. Stay tall through your spine, keep chin and ribs tucked in. Start small with the movement, gradually building up. For more www.iamjenwilson.com/on-demand
Pilates for Beginners – Standing Leg & Hip Strength
Use a block, step or thick book to stand on. Flex at your ankle, and move the leg forwards as high as you can control, the out to the side keeping your hips level. For more www.iamjenwilson.com/on-demand
Pilates for Beginners – Alternative Back Stretch
Alternative Back Stretch, safe if you have osteoporosis or a bulging disk – BUT always listen to your body. For more www.iamjenwilson.com/on-demand
Pilates for Beginners, Back Stretch – Roll Down
Great stretch for your back – but best to be avoided if you have osteoporosis or a bulging disk. When rolling down, keep abs engaged, round out spine For more www.iamjenwilson.com/on-demand
Pilates for Beginners – Back Strength
Pilates for Beginners – Back Strength, square position. Adjust the place of your hand closer to your head to make your arms lighter, move them further away to make your arms heavier. For more www.iamjenwilson.com/on-demand
Pilates for Beginners – Seated VW
Pilates for Beginners – Seated VW for releasing chest and shoulders and strengthening the back For more www.iamjenwilson.com/on-demand
Pilates for Beginners – Side Plank
This is a great alternative to full plank. If you have bowel issues, pelvic floor disfunction or back issues give this a go instead For more www.iamjenwilson.com/on-demand
Beginners Pilates
leg, butt & hip
Strength & mobility
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Beginners Pilates Hamstrings Stretch
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Beginners Control, Coordination – abdominal, leg & butt strength with hip and shoulder mobility
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Beginners Abdominal Strength and Waist Toning
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Beginners Crunch
Build abdominal strength For more Beginners Pilates www.iamjenwilson.com/on-demand
Beginners Plank
Start with half Plank until you feel confident to move into full plank For full classes including beginners Pilates www.iamjenwilson.com/on-demand
Beginners Back Strength and Tone Bingo Wings
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Pilates Beginners Back Strength
Great exercise for bulging discs, sciatica improving posture www.iamjenwilson.com/on-demand
Beginners Leg & Hip Strength
Pilates side lying exercises www.iamjenwilson.com/on-demand
Posture Reset – Seated Cat and Cow – Spine Mobility
Great movement for desk workers to get more movement into your spine. Want to learn more? Join my on demand library with full access to Pilates Beginners online course and Posture Reset course. www.iamjenwilson.com/on-demand
Posture Reset – Beginners Squat – Leg & Glute Strength
Learning to do a squat effectively is really important to minimise the risk of injury. Want to learn more? Join my on demand library with full access to Pilates Beginners online course and Posture Reset course. www.iamjenwilson.com/on-demand
Posture Reset – Standing Superman – Back and Butt Strength
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Posture Reset – Standing VW – Shoulder Mobility
Stand with your back to the wall, 7 try to get your arms in contact with the wall and keep your back and arms in contact as you slide the arms out to V and back to W Want to learn more Join my on demand library with full access to Pilates Beginners online coursewww.iamjenwilson.com/on-demand
Heal your posture problems
Desk workers!Problems with your posture?Bad back?Sore neck?Tight shoulders? Are you promising yourself that you will do something about it in the new year? Midday Mobility is back for 2023 – and expanded We start back Tue 10th Jan for a 7 week block (then I take a week holiday )Timetable: Tuesday 12pm Midday Mobility and […]
Seated Posture Reset
Seated exercises are a great alternative to standing or lying. Mobility in shoulders and legs and working coordination. Want to learn more? Join Pilates Beginners4 week course starts Sat 7th Jan 2023 10am UK time www.iamjenwilson.com/classes Want to work at your own pace? Join my on demand library with full access to Pilates Beginners online […]