Pilates Elephants

How can Pilates instructors design inclusive programs for clients with varied skill levels and experience? Alice Scott joins us for a candid talk about how to cultivate inclusivity and break down barriers to doing Pilates against the backdrop of her own postpartum Pilates experience. --------------------------------About Alice Scott: Alice has been in the Health and Fitness industry since 2009. Based in Sydney, Australia, she is currently the Head Coach at Virgin Active Australia. Alice holds qualifications from Breathe Education, STOTT Pilates, and Elixr Pilates, along with a bachelor’s degree in applied science from the University of Western Sydney. She has international Pilates teaching experience, having taught in Dubai, UAE. Alice is keen on encouraging fearless movement and empowering her clients to experience their full capabilities in their Pilates practice. Aside from teaching Pilates, Alice is passionate about fitness, food, and being a mom to her lively two-year-old son. How to Connect with Alice:Find Alice on InstagramAbout Raphael Bender:Raph believes everyone deserves the opportunity to transform into a better version of themselves. His main strength as a teacher and movement professional is the ability to distill complex research findings into a simple, science-based approach to help people move fearlessly, thoughtlessly, and painlessly. He LOVES running, weights, cycling, and Contrology.Raph holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Exercise Physiology (Rehabilitation), a Bachelor’s degree in Exercise and Sports Science, Diploma of Pilates Movement Therapy, and STOTT PILATES full certification.Connect with me on Instagram: @the_raphaelbenderDownload a free course guide:Pilates CertificationVisualized AnatomyBecome a Breathe Education Mentor Affiliate: Program infoThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: AdBarker - https://adbarker.com/privacy

Who is an adaptive client, and how should you work with them? Cody Jussel has extensive experience training adaptive athletes and shares her insights on thinking creatively, effective collaboration and knowing when to let go.--------------------------------About Cody Jussel: Cody earned a Master's of Kinesiology from A.T. Still's Graduate School of Health Sciences with a double major in orthopedic rehab and adaptive sports. She has been teaching Pilates for 15 years in a variety of environments from large health clubs to small studios and accumulated over 500 hours of observation in clinical settings from outpatient rehab to acute care and pediatric PT. In 2020, Cody opened her own studio focusing on adaptive athletes. She’s passionate about growing a network of Pilates professionals who are focused on redefining adaptive training and providing resources and access to high-quality training for adaptive athletes everywhere.Cody holds certifications in Pilates from the Midwest Pilates Institute and the PMA and has CrossFit L1 as well as a certification in nutrition coaching from Precision Nutrition. How to Connect with Cody:Find Cody on InstagramAbout Raphael Bender:Raph believes everyone deserves the opportunity to transform into a better version of themselves. His main strength as a teacher and movement professional is the ability to distill complex research findings into a simple, science-based approach to help people move fearlessly, thoughtlessly, and painlessly. He LOVES running, weights, cycling, and Contrology.Raph holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Exercise Physiology (Rehabilitation), a Bachelor’s degree in Exercise and Sports Science, Diploma of Pilates Movement Therapy, and STOTT PILATES full certification.Connect with me on Instagram: @the_raphaelbenderDownload a free course guide:Pilates CertificationVisualized AnatomyBecome a Breathe Education Mentor Affiliate: Program infoThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: AdBarker - https://adbarker.com/privacy

Raphael Bender has written a book! It's called Strengthen The Person Not Just The Body Part, the surprisingly simple guide to rehabilitating any injury and feeling more genuine as a movement professional.Find the book herehttps://strengthentheperson.com/This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: AdBarker - https://adbarker.com/privacy

When is it okay to ‘poke into pain’? Do strengthening exercises need to be specific? Listen in for the facts surrounding pain during exercise and targeted workouts for conditions like osteoarthritis and more. --------------------------------About Greg Lehman: Greg Lehman is a practicing physiotherapist, researcher, and educator in Toronto, Canada with over 20 years of experience in the rehabilitation field. Greg’s background includes an MSc in Spine Biomechanics, MSc in Physiotherapy, and a Chiropractic degree. Greg has published more than 20 peer-reviewed publications in the manual therapy and exercise science fields. He has a special interest in the multidimensional nature of pain and injury and believes that simple yet comprehensive approaches are a cornerstone of the biopsychosocial approach to patient care. Greg has taught the popular “Reconciling Biomechanics with Pain Science” course for 5 years to 1000s of therapists throughout the world. The course is about fundamentals and finding the common threads of many rehabilitation approachesHow to Connect with Greg:Find Greg on Instagram @greglehmanFind Greg on Twitter @GregLehmanReconciling Biomechanics with Pain Science online courseOA Optimism YouTube ChannelOA Optimism onlineAbout Raphael Bender:Raph believes everyone deserves the opportunity to transform into a better version of themselves. His main strength as a teacher and movement professional is the ability to distill complex research findings into a simple, science-based approach to help people move fearlessly, thoughtlessly, and painlessly. He LOVES running, weights, cycling, and Contrology.Raph holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Exercise Physiology (Rehabilitation), a Bachelor’s degree in Exercise and Sports Science, Diploma of Pilates Movement Therapy, and STOTT PILATES full certification.Connect with me on Instagram: @the_raphaelbenderDownload a free course guide:Pilates CertificationVisualized AnatomyBecome a Breathe Education Mentor Affiliate: Program infoThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: AdBarker - https://adbarker.com/privacy

How can studio owners thrive during times of uncertainty? Learn how to successfully navigate changing Pilates markets with our guest, James Trennery.--------------------------------About James Trenerry: James started in the health and fitness industry at KX Pilates as a Trainer and Studio Manager. In 2015 he moved to NSW to help launch the KX Pilates brand and took on the role of Master Trainer and Multi Studio Manager, and was awarded Trainer of the Year at two KX Pilates Studios and National Trainer of the Year. He also completed his Diploma in Clinical Pilates with Breathe Education that year. After six years in the health and wellness arena, opening several additional branches of KX Pilates from Bali to Norwood, Unley, Magill, and Mile End, James has recently sold his studios and is now a silent investor, and an actioning investor in a few other businesses on the side.How to Connect with James:Find James on InstagramAbout Raphael Bender:Raph believes everyone deserves the opportunity to transform into a better version of themselves. His main strength as a teacher and movement professional is the ability to distill complex research findings into a simple, science-based approach to help people move fearlessly, thoughtlessly, and painlessly. He LOVES running, weights, cycling, and Contrology.Raph holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Exercise Physiology (Rehabilitation), a Bachelor’s degree in Exercise and Sports Science, Diploma of Pilates Movement Therapy, and STOTT PILATES full certification.Connect with me on Instagram: @the_raphaelbenderDownload a free course guide:Pilates CertificationVisualized AnatomyBecome a Breathe Education Mentor Affiliate: Program infoThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: AdBarker - https://adbarker.com/privacy

Body shape and Pilates are tightly linked in many people’s minds. Well... it is time to grow past that outdated illusion, because it isn’t good for the industry or the people it intends to help. Listen in as Laura Cruz shares her insights on how to increase diversity and accessibility in Pilates.Resources mentioned in the episode: Read Raph's book: Strengthen the Person, Not Just the Body Part here--------------------------------About Laura Cruz: Laura is a diversely-educated movement trainer and practitioner born and raised in NYC. She utilizes Pilates, mobility, and strength training to live life more fully and to support others in doing the same. From direct care for the disabled to movement coach, birth doula, and mentor for other wellness entrepreneurs, Laura has empowered others throughout her life. A lifelong student, she shares everything she embodies and learns with those around her to significantly impact lives.  Her mission is to help people discover what autonomy looks like within their bodies, businesses, and lives.How to Connect with Laura Cruz:Find Laura onlineFind Laura on InstagramAbout Raphael Bender:Raph believes everyone deserves the opportunity to transform into a better version of themselves. His main strength as a teacher and movement professional is the ability to distill complex research findings into a simple, science-based approach to help people move fearlessly, thoughtlessly, and painlessly. He LOVES running, weights, cycling, and Contrology.Raph holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Exercise Physiology (Rehabilitation), a Bachelor’s degree in Exercise and Sports Science, Diploma of Pilates Movement Therapy, and STOTT PILATES full certification.Connect with me on Instagram: @the_raphaelbenderDownload a free course guide:Pilates CertificationVisualized AnatomyBecome a Breathe Education Mentor Affiliate: Program infoThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: AdBarker - https://adbarker.com/privacy

Many exercises, like squats, are described as being risky if you do them wrong, but is that true? Foot placement, knee placement and spinal alignment, we are diving into all of it! Connect with me on Instagram: @the_raphaelbenderDownload a free course guide:Pilates CertificationVisualized AnatomyBecome a Breathe Education Mentor Affiliate: Program infoThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: AdBarker - https://adbarker.com/privacy

Pilates has been heavily influenced by dance in terms of aesthetics and industry practices. What does this mean for instructors and clients? Raph and Josselyn discuss how to instruct clients of diverse movement backgrounds while keeping your Pilates business thriving.--------------------------------About Josselyn Levinson-Dustin:Josselyn is a movement lover, anatomy geek, wife, mama, Pilates student and teacher, and the owner of Root & Limb Pilates in Berkeley, CA. She holds a BA in dance and an MFA in Performance and Choreography with an emphasis in the Alexander Technique. After dancing professionally for many years, Josselyn became certified through the Kane School of Core Integration in NYC and began teaching Pilates full time in 2010. Her mission as a Pilates teacher is to empower people to find strength, confidence, and joy in their Pilates practice and to move fearlessly through life.How to Connect with Josselyn Levinson-Dustin:Root & Limb Pilates Root and Limb on facebookRoot and Limb on InstagramAbout Raphael Bender:Raph believes everyone deserves the opportunity to transform into a better version of themselves. His main strength as a teacher and movement professional is the ability to distill complex research findings into a simple, science-based approach to help people move fearlessly, thoughtlessly, and painlessly. He LOVES running, weights, cycling, and Contrology.Raph holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Exercise Physiology (Rehabilitation), a Bachelor’s degree in Exercise and Sports Science, Diploma of Pilates Movement Therapy, and STOTT PILATES full certification.Connect with me on Instagram: @the_raphaelbenderDownload a free course guide:Pilates CertificationVisualized AnatomyBecome a Breathe Education Mentor Affiliate: Program infoThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: AdBarker - https://adbarker.com/privacy

What do studio owners really want from new hires? And what are new instructors looking for from a studio? We pull back the curtain on both Pilates instructors and studio owners to help you find the perfect match, whether you’re looking for a new job or a new team member, listen in!Connect with me on Instagram: @the_raphaelbenderDownload a free course guide:Pilates CertificationVisualized AnatomyBecome a Breathe Education Mentor Affiliate: Program infoThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: AdBarker - https://adbarker.com/privacy

Is how I experience pain different than other people? The way people think, what they're told, and what they're exposed to, along with their biology, significantly impacts their pain. Listen in to forever change the way you see pain.--------------------------------About Brendan Mouatt: Brendan is an accredited exercise physiologist and director of The Biomechanics—A multidisciplinary health practice in Footscray and Port Melbourne, Australia.Brendan is also the founding director of The Knowledge Exchange, a continuing education business that delivers contemporary science-based education courses to healthcare professionals worldwide. The Knowledge Exchange courses provide updates in treatment approaches for low back pain, upper body and neck pain, widespread musculoskeletal pain, and lower limb rehabilitation. Brendan is currently based in Adelaide, where he also lectures at the University of South Australia (UniSA) on exercise, pain mechanisms, and treatment. He is also completing his Ph.D. at UniSA, investigating how perceptions, beliefs, and behaviors influence the recovery of those suffering from pain. Brendan has multiple peer-reviewed papers with others currently under review.Brendan is motivated by the clear need for better healthcare for people living with pain and providing insight into the gaps in existing knowledge. When not working, Brendan can be found exploring the hills of Adelaide, cycling the wine regions, strength training, or reading a good book.How to Connect with Brendan Mouatt:Website hereTwitter: @Brendan Mouatt Instagram The Knowledge ExchangeFacebook group for movement and health professionals here About Raphael Bender:Raph believes everyone deserves the opportunity to transform into a better version of themselves. His main strength as a teacher and movement professional is the ability to distill complex research findings into a simple, science-based approach to help people move fearlessly, thoughtlessly, and painlessly. He LOVES running, weights, cycling, and Contrology.Raph holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Exercise Physiology (Rehabilitation), a Bachelor’s degree in Exercise and Sports Science, Diploma of Pilates Movement Therapy, and STOTT PILATES full certification.Connect with me on Instagram: @the_raphaelbenderDownload a free course guide:Pilates CertificationVisualized AnatomyBecome a Breathe Education Mentor Affiliate: Program infoThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: AdBarker - https://adbarker.com/privacy