Why I Publish Pilates Videos

by 12South Pilates & Personal Training, posted in Life, pilates, Pilates Musings, Reformer

When I first began my Pilates studio, I was pretty diligent about filming videos. As I acquired more equipment it became a little more challenging to find room to film… not impossible … just more difficult. Then life got busier with more classes, more responsibilities, and the videos went to the wayside.

This year as a New Year’s resolution I vowed to get back to filming videos! We have a beautiful studio setting so why wasn’t I showcasing it??  After a few initial videos, I realized I needed to invest in a better lens for my phone. Done. I also realized the lighting in the studio was an issue, too … while great for Pilates, our lighting is not bright enough for videos. So now I’ve acquired better lighting! Problems solved. On to filming!

Let’s get to the reason why I made this resolution! There are several:

For starters, filming videos is for you! I want to be able to provide content and information that you can use when you are not in the studio. I also want to show and explain exercises that you may request when you come to the studio. I want to motivate you beyond your hour in class!

Next on my list of reasons is to get creative. I have to think about what may make a good video and what combination of exercises or modification or cueing it is that I want to share. Each video has a purpose which may be to teach a new move or sequence or maybe to get deeper into the how and why of a move. Filming videos allows me to really consider what I am teaching, how I am teaching, and why I am choosing the movements I choose.

The videos are also a way for me to critique myself! It is direct and honest feedback. At times, I may think my form is better than it is or maybe I’m succeeding where I thought I needed work. The videos bring focus to legs that aren’t quite straight, hands or feet not positioned properly, alignment of the head and neck and more! This is a wonderful honest tool for me to take a look at my own practice. Without another instructor’s eyes on me, I can see how I am doing and what I need to work on.

The videos also allow me to connect with my worldwide Pilates community. I benefit from videos posted by other instructors and it is my turn to contribute! I have met other instructors on Instagram through video posts. It is a fun way for me to make new connections, share my learnings, and learn from other instructors. If I have a cue that I think is breakthrough – I share it! We should all be learning and growing from each other. I want to be an active member of this wonderful community!

So there you have it – the why behind the videos you’ll be seeing more of in the near future. I hope I can inspire you and improve me and connect though these videos.

Here is a little video to get you excited about Pilates and moving!

 

 

Published by 12South Pilates & Personal Training

Lucie is PMA certified Pilates Instructor with specializations in prenatal and post-partum Pilates as well as the use of Pilates as therapy for back pain, injuries and chronic conditions. She loves the challenge of teaching all types of bodies and helping her students achieve their goals. With Pilates, Lucie is able to help her students find their core and create balance and symmetry in their bodies. Lucie has been teaching group and private exercise sessions for more than 15 years. She has found that Pilates is a great compliment to many other athletic pursuits as it lengthens, stretches, and rehabilitates the body. Lucie owns 12South Pilates in Nashville, TN and offers private, duet, trio, group equipment Pilates classes at her studio. She also holds certifications in TRX, Spinning, and is an ACE Certified Personal Trainer. Lucie was a college athlete competing in track and cross country.

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