What are Arm Springs?
Like in so much of Joseph Pilates’ system, the Arm Springs challenge the whole body: strength, coordination, balance, control, and connection.
Within Pilates’ system, there is a whole catalogue of Arm Spring movements, from simple and accessible to much more demanding. So how do we choose what to do? 🤨
For me, it depends on what is needed — whether I am teaching someone else or working on myself. 💪
Here is one movement I am working on at the moment. It challenges exactly where I need it: the weakness in my upper and mid-back, especially around the posterior deltoid and the back of the shoulder.
Small springs. Big information. #contrology #pilates #armsprings
What is the Ladder Barrel?
It is a rounded, barrel structure with an adjustable base and a rigid ladder with horizontal rungs. The Ladder Barrel is a sturdy apparatus that provides support for a variety of movements.
It is used in Contrology, the method developed by Joseph Pilates, for various exercises, both for stretching and mobility purposes, as well as inversions. It was developed in the late 1930s to early 1940s as part of the original equipment designed for practicing this method.
Hvad er en Ladder Barrel?
Det er et afrundet, tøndeformet apparat med en justerbar base og en solid stige med vandrette trin. En Ladder Barrel er et stabilt redskab, der giver støtte til en række bevægelser.
Den anvendes i Contrology, metoden udviklet af Joseph Pilates, til forskellige øvelser, herunder udstrækning, mobilitet og inversioner. Den blev udviklet i slutningen af 1930’erne og begyndelsen af 1940’erne som en del af det originale udstyr til at praktisere denne metode.#contrology #joepilates #pilates #ladderbarrel
Pull straps was Romana’s exercise- some of her cue’s- pull Straps wide is my addition to shave the back- like leg Kick front in Front when on the matwork- similar hand position - options are fun to try @studio41pilates and @miranda.hellman from Denmark Mastering these exercises at my workshop Matfit Lab in London 🏴 last week @small.pilates Beautiful practice!! #matfitlab #pilatesteacher #pilates #matfitpilates #matfit thank you @sensopilates for filming to reformer
Just wrapped up a 3-day workshop with @matfit_nyc in London— three days of deep exploration, learning, and observation.
Leaving with my backpack full of ideas, new perspectives, and inspiration.
Grateful to learn from the best. Thank you, Michael Johnson!
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Sunday lessons are back!
Join me for group classes and private sessions designed to help you feel stronger, move better, and stand taller.
With tailored Classical Pilates lessons, you can build a more balanced, flexible body and enjoy greater freedom of movement. Discover our intro package of 3 private lessons or get your class pass here. #classicalpilates #JosephPilatesMethod #PilatesStudio
Gravid i uge 36 🤰✨
Katrine har trænet 1:1 klassisk Pilates én gang om ugen gennem hele graviditeten — og rutinen og kontinuiteten har gjort en kæmpe forskel.
Fremgangen har været helt fantastisk:
• bedre holdning
• mindre væske i kroppen
• mere symmetri
• mere styrke 💪✨
Klassisk Pilates-metoden er for alle — og i private timer tilpasser vi øvelserne til din krop, dit niveau og din dagsform (også under graviditet).
#klassiskpilates #classicalpilates #pilatesmethod #prenatalpilates #pregnancypilates #gravidtræning #graviditet #københavn
Always in process, never static — Contrology, or Pilates, transforms the way you move.
Everyday practice is never boring, because it never feels the same. With each session, your body teaches you something new. The benefits are real — greater mobility, strength, and effortless movement. #Contrology #PilatesPractice #JosephPilates #PilatesMethod
GENSYN MED GLÆDE 💗🙏🏼💗
I går havde jeg to dejlige møder ude i verden. Det ene var et glædeligt gensyn med en kær kollega. Hun opsøgte mig for mange år siden, og spurgte om jeg havde brug for en yogalærer. Hvor er jeg glad for jeg sagde ja dengang!!!
Og i dag er jeg glad for, at vi mødtes igen, og lagde nye planer sammen for fremtiden. @miranda.hellman hjertelig velkommen tilbage til Yoga I Valby, og nu med 2 Pilateshold på det faste ugeskema fra januar 2026. Jeg ved at mange af de trofaste deltagere, ligesom jeg, mindes dig med glæde. Og vil se frem til et muligt gensyn om ikke særlig længe ❤️
Hvis du læser med og tænker YES! At det da lige er noget for dig med Pilates, så skal du vide, at pladserne er få, idet der er et maksimum på 8 deltagere. Af den grund at Miranda tilpasser undervisningen, søger for at du kan deltage, selvom der lige er “lidt med ryggen” eller et knæ “der knirker” og den slags vi kan gå rundt og tro forhindrer os i at være med.
Har du lyst at være med? Foreløbigt starter 2 hold op 🙏🏼
Onsdage kl. 14-15
Fredage kl. 10-11
#pilates #valby #yogaivalby #2026
Small props, big impact 🌟
Sometimes the simplest tools transform the work. Here is what I found in my practice today:
✨ Finger Exerciser — builds flexion and extension in individual fingers, strengthening the weaker ones and creating awareness through the wrist and forearm.
Joseph Pilates’ arm series with small weights helps us find deep connections through the shoulders, back, and the entire body down to the toes!
✨ Pilates Beanbag Roam-Up Device — challenges all the above, while also improving balance and posture.
#PilatesPractice #SmallButMighty #PilatesProps #MindBodyConnection
