Breathe Pilates Blog
Gamechangers Panel Discussion
A HUGE thank you to those that joined our Game Changers Panel Discussion, we had a great time hosting you all!
We also like to give special thanks to our amazing speakers Luke Tan, Sandra Lim, Olivia Cotes-James, Dr Deborah Wong and Arthur de Corbier for sharing their diet stories and insights on whether plant-based only or a mixed-diet is better for health and fitness.
Our Panelists Share Their Top Tips On How To Change Your Diet
Meet Our Instructor: Denise Foltz
This month, we get to know Denise Foltz! Originally from Southern California, we get find out more about our newest Instructor; what inspired her Pilates journey and her activities outside of the studio.
Meet Our Instructor: Sasha Edison
This month, we speak with Sasha! Always fun, helpful and generous; he’s a very integral part of the community. As we celebrate his 5 years with us and his promotion to Senior Instructor – we delve deeper to speak more of his Pilates journey, favourite Singapore eats and hobbies outside of Pilates.
How to create a sustainable fitness plan
You don’t always need a new year to make a change, but there’s just something extra special about turning the page in a calendar year that galvanises change just that little bit more.
According to a survey of 2000 people by Inc Magazine, the top 3 new year resolutions are to eat better, exercise more and lose weight.
For anyone who has not exercised outside of physical education classes in school, starting exercise can be extremely daunting.
This month, I share my top tips on How To Create A Sustainable Exercise Plan.
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.
The Ultimate Guide to STOTT PILATES® Certification: Path to a Professional Career
A complete guide to STOTT PILATES® certification: the Comprehensive and Intensive routes, course costs, time commitment, and how to begin teaching.
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!