Author Archives: jennifer

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 →

Have a safe, magnificent and joyous New Year!

Sit in a chair. Hug yourself by placing the right hand on the left shoulder and the left hand on the right shoulder. Reach the back of the crown of the  head to the ceiling and allow your sternum to … Continue reading →

Relax, Rejuvenate, Regenerate.  Happy Holidays!       photo copyright 2011  J. Stacey  Calla, Gloriosa, berries

Give the Gift of Health! You can give a gift certificate for Pilates’ sessions. You can help a friend or family member realize a dream holiday by contributing towards the next Pilates+Vacation retreat in Europe (https://peakperformancepilates.com/retreats/). You can also choose from an … Continue reading →

Coccyx curl to bridge: Lie supine, hands and wrists flat, shoulders down and wide. Inhale into the back and sides,  curl your tail towards your belly button, sacrum slides toward your feet. Kidneys and last ribs heavy on the ground. … Continue reading →