Monthly Archives: January 2013

I have a new saying to add to Movement Perspectives: “Soggy legs = soggy center.” In movements like the Hundred, The Single Leg Stretch, The Double Leg Stretch, The Side Leg Kick, The Swim, The Swan you need to reach … Continue reading →

Roger Federer (tennis player) embodies the principles of Pilates: Control, Concentration, Centering, Precision, Flowing motion, Breathing.  He also reflects my concept of “Floppy Specificity” to reveal bio-mechanical efficiency. You have an opportunity to watch Roger play tennis in the Australian … Continue reading →

Pilates’ Teaser Alert!: Jennifer Stacey, M.S. will be teaching Pilates workshops at Laurence Thiébaut’s studio Inspire in St. Cloud, Paris, March 9-10. Jennifer will be giving classes, private and semi-private sessions March 8 and 11, 2013. Here is a preview:  Details to come on: 1) Pilates from … Continue reading →

We are proud to announce that the 2013 European  Pilates + Vacation  with Jennifer Stacey, M.S. will be held at the stunning Villa Camparone in the beautiful Chianti region in Tuscany, Italy, July 13 – 20, 2013. It is 20 km northeast of Siena, nestled amongst a manicured … Continue reading →

Precision is one of the principle of Pilates. It is a good principle to focus on in the new year. When you are performing Pilates, check and see that your legs and feet are aligned, and are full of energy. … Continue reading →