Breathe Pilates Blog
Belly Stretches For Christmas Feasting
Every time December comes around, we tend to let ourselves go a bit more than usual and that’s okay. Work hard, eat harder right?
At Breathe, you’ll realise that our tables are constantly filled with snacks. That’s because most of our instructors have a sweet tooth (you didn’t hear it from us) and trust us when we say they can be big eaters. Just follow some of them on instagram and you’ll see what we mean.
This month, we’re going to discuss the secrets to stuffing your bellies with belly stretches. YES, belly stretches. We’re going to teach you how to stretch that belly so that you can have that extra piece of log cake or that sweet pastry on offer at your company’s annual dinner that looks so tempting. After all, you have worked hard this year. And if you haven’t, there is always the new year resolutions.
What makes a good Pilates instructor
Like most teachers, each Pilates Instructor varies in their abilities as well. Few are good, others are great and some are fantastic! Every BODY is different and unique, and there are a variety of exercises within the system’s repertoire that allow an Instructor to choose specific exercises to suit an individual client. The smallest of modifications can make all the difference to a client’s experience.
Pregnancy & Pilates 101
You’ve probably already heard that Pilates is great during pregnancy, seen results from lots of celebrities who swear by Pilates and are now wondering what exactly Pilates does during pregnancy. For those who are expecting or know someone who is, we explain the science behind prenatal Pilates.
Pregnancy is an important time in every woman’s life and should not be a state of confinement. Pregnant women with uncomplicated pregnancies should be encouraged to keep active and continue to engage in physical activity. However, it is important to note that exercise in pregnancy is to improve or maintain muscle tone and not to control weight gain or to correct posture.
Meet Our Instructor: Kerstin Vieth
I’m originally from a small place called Gladbeck in Germany. My professional background is as a specialised nurse for intensive care and anaesthesia, a job that I’ve practiced in for decades. My husband and I came to Singapore about 7 years ago and I’ve worked as a Pilates and now also Gyrotonic instructor since I arrived here.
Pilates Teacher Training: Where Do I Begin
What are the pre-requisites before starting Pilates Teacher Training?
You’ll need to do at least 30 hours of pilates prior to starting the course. This does not have to be done at Breathe but ideally at a studio that teaches the STOTT PILATES method. You’ll also need a working knowledge of the anatomy. However, if you don’t have it, we do have an anatomy workshop that you can take.
Pilates & Cyclists: A Match Made In Heaven
Most people have heard about Pilates, but are not entirely sure what it involves. In summary, Pilates is a system of exercises using special apparatus, designed to improve physical strength, flexibility, and posture, and enhance mental awareness. The exercises take a lot of precision and control and there is strong emphasis on technique, not unlike cycling.
Meet Our Instructor: Cynthia Blust
My name is Cynthia and I was born and raised in Hong Kong. I lived in Vancouver, Oxford, Kunming, Zürich, Beijing, Hong Kong, Moscow and now Singapore – I feel like I am from everywhere! …..
Client Spotlight: Puteri Suman
In this month’s client spotlight, we speak with Puteri who has been doing Pilates with us since 2015! She recently started Gyrotonic sessions with Cynthia and we speak with her to find out more about her experience thus far.
All I Want for Christmas is..to eat and be merry
It’s the time for parties and merry-making, but with parties there usually comes food, and heavy party food at that. Thank Santa we have Senior Instructor and Chef Sandra Lim to the rescue! With 3 healthy and vegan options for starter, main course or dessert, we can have our cake and eat it too!
GYROTONIC® and what it’s about.
Created by Juliu Horvath, a former principal dancer with the Houston Ballet, the Gyrotonic Method was developed as a way for him to regain strength and agility after suffering several debilitating injuries during his dance career.
Client Spotlight: Roshni Selvam
This month, we put the spotlight Roshni Selvam, a client who trains in a very unique sport! What inspired Roshni to begin her Pilates journey and how has it brought her closer to her goal of representing Singapore? Read on to find out!
Client Spotlight: Foo Mei Zee
In this second half of 2018, we want to bring the focus and spotlight on YOU, our beloved Breathe Family without whom we would not be who we are today. Kick starting off this series is FOO MEI ZEE, long-time client turned friend and family member! Go-getter, Businesswoman, Mother and Wife, read about how she keeps herself sane, fit and balanced!
Stretching your way through your day!
Aches, Lethargy, Stress and improved Coordination. What do these 4 things have in common? They all have one quick-solution: Stretching!
A Simple Guide To Pilates For Beginners
Pilates is a physical fitness system that was developed in the early 20th century by German national Joseph Pilates. He referred to this system as Contrology and placed heavy emphasis on the relationship between mind and body when controlling your body muscles…
Meet Our Breathe Family: Siti Norpisah
You have all seen her, emailed her, spoken to her on the phone, and now it’s time to get to know her! This December holidays, we sit down with the lady who ensures the smooth running of our studios, Operations Manager Siti Norpisah!
Working Out On Holiday
Shiny Christmas trees have appeared in store displays, and the all-too-familiar jingles can be heard everywhere! It’s the holiday season again, and while we know that it’s the “most wonderful time of the year”, it will also be the busiest time of the year and more likely then not, fitness will be the last thing on our minds. It’s okay to skip your fitness classes for the holidays, parties and dinners, but don’t neglect it completely! Here are 4 easy ways you can fit in SOME workout into your schedule this holidays!
Meet Our Instructor: Jon Chan
For the month of November, meet Jon Chan! Often seen in his scrubs, our physiotherapist and senior instructor opens up about dreams, holidays and having musical talents that none of us knew about!
Meet Our Instructor: Rohini Sardesai
October’s the month of Halloween, but there’s nothing frightening about our Instructor Of the Month – Rohini Sardesai! Specialising in Rehabilitative Pilates, we share a cup of pumpkin spice latte with Rohini and talk chocolate, math and her favourite moment in life!
A Day of Pilates and Dogs
They say that Dogs are Man’s best friends, and we couldn’t agree more. This October, we team up with SOSD (previously known as Save Our Street Dogs) Singapore to bring to you a day of Family Fun, Furries and Fitness! (Don’t you just love alliterations?) Come down for free pilates sessions (Fat Blast and Stretch Pilates), fun merchandises and F&B, as well as a dog adoption drive! Here’s the Top 5 things you should know about SOSD!
Meet our Instructor: Charlene Chong
This September, we would like to welcome Charlene Chong into our Breathe Family, who will also be our Instructor Of The Month! Fun, dynamic and always ready with a smile, get to know Charlene a bit more as we sit down with her this month!