Get Into Reformer Pilates with Dawn Conine

10/09/2024 38 min Temporada 2 Episodio 19
Get Into Reformer Pilates with Dawn Conine

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Exploring Pilates with Dawn ConineThis week, Christine hosts Dawn Conine, the lead instructor at Club Pilates in Frederick and Germantown, Maryland. Christine and Dawn discuss their experiences with Reformer Pilates, touching upon its history, the equipment used, and its benefits for strength, flexibility, and balance. Dawn also shares her personal fitness journey from competitive aerobics to becoming a Pilates instructor. Take a listen!00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome01:42 What is Reformer Pilates?03:31 Benefits of Pilates for All Ages05:08 Levels and Equipment in Pilates09:01 Dawn's Journey to Pilates10:00 Competitive Aerobics Background13:50 Transition to Teaching Pilates17:57 The Strength and Personalization of Pilates19:30 Understanding Pilates Springs20:35 Pilates Weekend Getaway21:44 Feet and Straps Explained24:36 Benefits of Pilates26:15 Finding the Right Instructor28:52 Encouragement for All Bodies31:22 Men in Pilates35:16 Conclusion and Class Information Follow Christine Van Bloem on Instagram @theemptynestkitchen and on Facebook @emptynestkitchen Learn more about Menopause Meal Plans Sign up for my FREE 10 Essential Tools for the Empty Nest Kitchen