

Pilates Elephants
Raphael Bender
We get to grips with new research, teaching strategies, and social issues around Pilates and Pilates teaching. This is 100% authentic, unscripted, real talk about everything Pilates.
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Jul 11, 2024 • 22min
262. Do exercise intensity and duration affect back pain? With Chris Neason and Raphael Bender
Chris is a PhD candidate researcher and he's just completed a systematic review of the impact of exercise intensity and duration on back pain.Is it actually dangerous to go hard when your back hurts?Read the paper hereConnect with me on Instagram: @the_raphaelbenderConnect with Chris Neason on X and LinkedIn Download 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

Jul 7, 2024 • 34min
261. Is running safe for people with back pain? With Claire Samanna & Chris Neason
New research on running for people with chronic low back pain.Resources mentioned in the episode: Connect with me on Instagram: @the_raphaelbenderConnect with Claire Samanna on Instagram and TwitterConnect with Chris Neason on X and LinkedIn Learn more hereDownload 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

Jul 4, 2024 • 34min
260. Just do the thing - with Raphael Bender
This is my personal framework that I use daily to get myself to do the things I know I need to do, in order to become what I want to become. I hope it will help you.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

Jun 30, 2024 • 1h 16min
259. There is no such thing as a Pilates emergency, with Kyle Marsh and Natalie Wilson
This is the sixth and final episode in a limited series hosted by Natalie & Kyle.We conclude our podcasting adventure by discussing the common fears and insecurities held by many pilates instructors as well as the tribalism that is dividing the industry. We hope to provide reassurance that even when something feels like a crisis in PilatesLand, it is often not.Resources mentioned in the episode: You can reach out to Natalie on IG here and Kyle herePilates Elephants episode #204: What is Pilates? herePlease link to Pilates Elephants episode #211: How to deal with the Pilates Police hereYou can listen to Hannah Teuscher's podcast, The Pilates Exchange, here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pilates-exchange/id1704769014Have a great laugh with @beccabastos here: https://www.instagram.com/reel/CzmmSNFv4Ba/?igsh=MXFla2hxMHdxdjV3OA== and here: https://www.instagram.com/reel/C7FkGqgPp4O/?igsh=anQ1Z2tnaHEzMmZuConnect 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

Jun 27, 2024 • 26min
258. The case for retiring stability as a concept in Pilates, with Raphael Bender
Resources mentioned in the episode: Stability is not a risk factor for first-time low back pain hereAnd it’s not a risk factor for back pain becoming chronic here or hereMore non-guideline concordant treatments massively increase risk of pain becoming chronic hereConnect 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

Jun 23, 2024 • 40min
257. How Kerri is making $100k teaching Pilates in her garage, with Kerri Jennings and Raphael Bender
Connect with Kerri on Instagram: @pilateswithkez Find Pilates with Kez online here and book a class with her hereConnect 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

Jun 20, 2024 • 1h 43min
256. How to get your Pilates business to stand out in a sea of competitors, with James Trenerry and Raphael Bender
Our thoughts on how to stand out - without doing a song and dance routine.Connect with James Trenerry on Instagram: @jamesgvtrenerryConnect with me on Instagram: @the_raphaelbender Download 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

Jun 16, 2024 • 1h 14min
255. Is class programming dragging you down? Fun and Effective Tips Inside, with Kyle Marsh and Natalie Wilson
This is the fourth episode in a limited series hosted by Natalie & Kyle.Class programming can often be a major source of overwhelm and burnout for pilates instructors. On this episode of the podcast, Kyle and Nat discuss the pitfalls of popular programming styles and ways to make this part of the job effective, sustainable and engaging.Resources mentioned in the episode:You can reach out to Natalie on IG here and Kyle herePilates Elephants episode #209: Is Pilates training or entertainment hereYou can learn more about Kyle's online studio, True II Form at www.kylegeorginamarsh.comYou can learn more about Heath Lander's reformer mastery program: www.contrologycollective.com.auIG post of soccer guys doing pilates: https://www.instagram.com/reel/C6mhkHKS7Dl/?igsh=NXlpdXBmajEyaDJlDownload 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

Jun 13, 2024 • 1h 40min
254. How To Build A High Performing Team In Your Studio, with Raphael Bender
This is my exact process, with lots of specifics. Resources mentioned in the episode:Watch this episode as a video hereAccess the notes and templates hereConnect 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

Jun 9, 2024 • 1h 51min
253. Is Cueing Over Rated? With Antony Lo and Raphael Bender
Resources mentioned in the episode: Challenging Beliefs About Cueing by Antony Lo hereFind Antony Lo online here 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


