Posted by Lesley Powell on October 19, 2010 · Leave a Comment
A testimonial about Good Morning BBU!! I am proud to say that I passed the BBU PilatesTeacher Comprehensive Exam on Friday night at Movements Afoot!! I am writing to thank you and everyone at Balanced Body University. The program is excellent. The information is written wonderfully and organized beautifully! I received great support from you, … Read more
Posted by Lesley Powell on April 21, 2010 · Leave a Comment
Balanced Body’s Mat & Toys in May Balanced Body’s Mat & Toys in May -Inspiring Ideas to challenge all w/o breaking the bank Dates: Sun 5/2/2010 Time: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM with Lesley Powell $249 per day (6 hours of training). Workshops include props and manuals.
To register: 877-PILATES (745-2837). Learn how to use a … Read more
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Posted by Lesley Powell on April 12, 2010 · Leave a Comment
BBU PILATES ARC ON THE ROAD Date: Fri 4/23/2010 with Lesley Powell Time: 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM $299 (education and equipment purchase) To register: 877-PILATES (745-2837). Create exciting new Pilates workouts with the Pilates Arc. It’s a lightweight Pilates Step Barrel and a whole lot more! Workshop includes 6 hour workshop, DVD workout, instructor … Read more
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Posted by Lesley Powell on February 12, 2010 · Leave a Comment
“Good Morning BBU!! I am proud to say that I passed the BBU Pilates Teacher Comprehensive Exam on Friday night at Movements Afoot!! I am writing to thank you and everyone at Balanced Body University. The program is excellent. The information is written wonderfully and organized beautifully! I received great support from you, and everyone … Read more
Filed under core strengthening, Personal training Certification, Pilates, Uncategorized · Tagged with Balancedbody, BalancedBody University, cadillac, core support, fitnesscertificate, joseph pilates, Lesley Powell, Movements Afoot, Pilates Chelsea, pilates mat, Pilates Mid-town, Pilates NYC, reformer, wunda chair
Posted by Lesley Powell on November 14, 2009 · Leave a Comment
I have renamed our classes from Pilates/Mat & Springs to Pilates Mat & Toys. Come experience how Pilates toys such as the Magic circle, foam rolls, bands, different size balls and springs can change your fitness. This fall I have been teaching a series of workshops for teachers through Balanced Body: Mat & Toys. Each … Read more
Posted by Lesley Powell on October 28, 2009 · Leave a Comment
This November I teach two more BALANCED BODY’s MAT & toys. There are exciting innovative ideas using the toys. MAKE AN AFFORDABLE MAT CLASS W. BALLS & Magic Circle! Last month I taught a Mat class with bands. Some of the exercises are even better w. Bands such as the Hundred. How many of you … Read more
Filed under A-linkPilates, abdominals, core strengthening, fitness, Holistic fitness, posture, Professional Teacher tips, Uncategorized · Tagged with A-linkPilates, Balancedbody, BalancedBody University, core support, fitness, fitnesscertificate, joseph pilates, pilates mat
Posted by Lesley Powell on October 12, 2009 · Leave a Comment
Last week I got the manual for BALANCED BODY’s MAT & BANDS. There are exciting innovative ideas using the bands. MAKE AN AFFORDABLE MAT CLASS W. BANDS! Some of the exercises are even better w. Bands such as the Hundred. How many of you see your clients using the pecs to beat the Hundred. The … Read more
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Posted by Lesley Powell on October 4, 2009 · Leave a Comment
by Lesley Powell It was so exciting to be at Balanced Body’s PILATES ON TOUR. Balanced Body is truely commited in created community and a source for Pilates teachers to continue their education with many styles represented. Saturday I took an Exo Chair class with Arlene Bass. I bought a new Exo chair. I have … Read more
Filed under A-linkPilates, abdominals, Bartenieff Fundamentals (BF), Conditioning, core strengthening, For Wellness, Post-rehabilitation, posture, Professional Teacher tips · Tagged with A-linkPilates, abdominals, alignment, Balancedbody, BalancedBody University, cadillac, core support, Elizabeth Larkam, Franklin Method, joseph pilates, Karen Clippinger, Lolita San Miquel, pelvic floor, Post-rehabilitation, posture
Posted by Lesley Powell on September 16, 2009 · Leave a Comment
by Lesley Powell Here are some great questions from a teacher and my thoughts to share: 1) In Double Leg Pumps on the Chair, most clients are unable to sit up in neutral. I’ve been lightening the spring tension and shortening the ROM. Is this the right way to remedy this? The chair requires a lot … Read more
Filed under A-linkPilates, abdominals, Conditioning, core strengthening, fitness, For Wellness, Holistic fitness, posture, Professional Teacher tips, Uncategorized · Tagged with A-linkPilates, abdominals, alignment, anatomy, BalancedBody University, Caroline creager, ceasarian, core support, fitness, health, pilates mat, Post-rehabilitation, pregnancy
Posted by Lesley Powell on September 6, 2009 · Leave a Comment
We have an exciting season coming up. Fall 2009
Filed under A-linkPilates, fitness, Personal training Certification, Professional Teacher tips, Uncategorized · Tagged with A-linkPilates, abdominals, alignment, BalancedBody University, balls, core support, fitness, foam rolls, magic circle, physioball, rehabilitation, teaching