Pilates and Physiotherapy – A natural fit! Clinical Pilates and Fitness Pilates have some differences. While a regular Pilates class follows the same general program, Clinical Pilates offers a more individualized approach to your treatment and goals. Before starting, a Physiotherapist will assess your medical history and existing conditions. Based on the assessment, the Physiotherapist… The post What Is Clinical Pilates? appeared first on Lead ..read more

Yoga and Pilates are two popular forms of exercise that have many similarities, but also some key differences. While both practices focus on improving flexibility, strength, and balance, they have unique approaches to achieving these goals. We are excited to be expanding our classes to include yoga in addition to Pilates as we know there… The post Pilates or Yoga – What’s the Difference? appeared first on Lead ..read more

If you’ve tried Block Therapy, you know how beneficial and relaxing blocking can be to your body. But, sometimes when we leave class, we aren’t sure what to do to continue getting the benefits. Des has created a 3-part video series that give you some amazing tips and tricks on how to use your block… The post Tips On How To Use Your Block At Home appeared first on Lead ..read more

Client stories and shares are why we do what we do at Lead. Whether clients are coming through our doors or joining our classes at-home, the decision to add movement can truly be life changing. Phoebe is one of those amazing clients that we are happy to see walk through our doors! Read about how… The post Phoebe’s Story appeared first on Lead ..read more

Pilates is called “Intelligent Movement” and it is not for nothing. It is not only about moving – but moving with quality. Along with my own Pilates journey, I have observed many people improving their quality of life by learning some basics concepts about how to breathe better, stand, sit, lie down, walk, lift, run,… The post Pilates: Why You Should Try Intelligent Movement appeared first on Lead ..read more

Okay, we choose to live in Saskatchewan and every year we talk about making it through the winters because of the amazing summers we have, and I do agree. However, the turn in temps this week and the drastic cold piercing wind make me wonder. So, if you need a little help making it though… The post Hot Pilates to Sweat Away the Winter Blues appeared first on Lead ..read more

The relationship I’m talking about is between you and your Pilates practice. It provides you strength, flexibility, a healthy spine and ultimately a healthier you. However, just like any relationship, to succeed you must make time for it and nurture it to be successful. As a now Pilates Instructor, my relationship with my Pilates practice… The post Commitment Issues? appeared first on Lead ..read more

“The mind, when housed within a healthful body, possesses a glorious sense of power.” I love Pilates Mat class. I really started loving it the stronger I became. I was never this strong when going to a gym. So it amazes me that a simple form of exercise can give me this accomplishment. Granted, I… The post It doesn’t get easier, you get stronger! appeared first on Lead ..read more

Client stories and shares are why we do what we do at Lead. Whether clients are coming through our doors or joining our classes at-home, the decision to add movement can truly be life changing. Phoebe is one of those amazing clients that we are happy to see walk through our doors! Read about how… The post Phoebe’s Story appeared first on Lead ..read more

Pilates is called “Intelligent Movement” and it is not for nothing. It is not only about moving – but moving with quality. Along with my own Pilates journey, I have observed many people improving their quality of life by learning some basics concepts about how to breathe better, stand, sit, lie down, walk, lift, run,… The post Pilates: Why You Should Try Intelligent Movement appeared first on Lead ..read more