In this episode of the Pilates Lounge podcast, Katie Crane discusses the profound journey of pregnancy, exploring the emotional and physical changes women experience. She emphasizes the role of Pilates in empowering women during this transformative time, highlighting the importance of community support. The conversation delves into the three trimesters of pregnancy, focusing on the first trimester's hormonal changes, the significance of pelvic floor health, and the necessity of listening to one's body. Crane also provides guidelines for safe exercise during pregnancy, ensuring that women feel supported and informed throughout their journey. In this conversation, Katie Crane discusses the importance of modifying Pilates exercises for pregnant women throughout their trimesters. She emphasizes the significance of understanding the physical changes women experience during pregnancy and how to adapt exercises accordingly. The discussion covers the second trimester's 'golden' phase, the challenges of pelvic pain, and the preparations needed for the third trimester. Katie advocates for empowering women through movement and celebrating the natural process of pregnancy. 00:00 The Journey of Pregnancy: An Introduction 03:08 Emotional and Physical Changes During Pregnancy 05:57 Empowerment Through Pilates: Preparing for Motherhood 08:51 The Importance of Community and Connection 11:50 Understanding the Trimesters: First Trimester Insights 15:11 Hormonal Changes and Their Impact 18:06 Listening to the Body: Exercise Considerations 21:02 Pelvic Floor Health and Its Importance 23:51 Navigating Emotional Changes in Early Pregnancy 26:50 Guidelines for Safe Exercise During Pregnancy 37:43 Understanding Pregnancy Exercise Modifications 42:34 Navigating the Second Trimester 53:29 Addressing Pelvic Pain and Discomfort 01:02:57 Preparing for the Third Trimester 01:15:16 Celebrating Pregnancy and Empowering Women
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Pilates Is Not About The Core
Summary In this episode of the Pilates Lounge Podcast, Katie Crane discusses the evolving understanding of the body and core muscles in Pilates. She emphasizes the importance of mindful movement, dynamic training, and listening to the body's signals. The conversation also highlights the significance of language in teaching Pilates and how it can shape perceptions of body awareness and self-love. Katie shares insights on how to improve core strength through cross-training and dynamic movement, particularly for runners, and encourages listeners to explore their own body awareness. takeaways Pilates professionals must adapt their understanding of the body over time. Core muscles cannot be simply turned on or off during movement. Every muscle in the body is working to support movement, even in pain or injury. Pilates should focus on the whole body rather than just individual muscles. Dynamic movement is essential for overall body function and health. Language used in Pilates can influence how clients perceive their bodies. Listening to the body can prevent injuries and promote healing. Self-love and body appreciation are key benefits of practicing Pilates. Fascia plays a crucial role in body awareness and communication. Cross-training can enhance performance and prevent overuse injuries. Sound Bites "You don't get to turn your core muscles on or off." "Every single muscle in your body right now is working." "Hydrate the fascia with movement." "Your diaphragm is a core muscle too." "Pilates teaches us to listen to the whispers of our body." Chapters 00:00Introduction to Pilates and Body Awareness 09:48Evolving Understanding of Core Muscles 19:51Dynamic Movement and Cross-Training for Runners 27:54The Importance of Language in Pilates Find me at Website: www.thepilatesprofessional.com.au Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepilatesprofessional/ https://www.instagram.com/encorepilatesandwellness_nt/
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The Courage To Charge What You Are Worth
Welcome to another inspiring episode of The Pilates Lounge, hosted by Katie Crane! This week, we’re tackling a topic that is crucial for Pilates professionals (and anyone in service-based industries): what does it take to confidently charge what you’re worth? Katie dives into the mindset and strategies around pricing your services, attracting your ideal clients, and owning your unique expertise. If you’ve been struggling to set prices that reflect your value or battling comparisons with competitors, this episode is for you! What You’ll Learn in Today’s Episode 💡 Pricing Considerations for Pilates Professionals Why it’s essential not to limit your pricing based on your financial situation. How different clients value services in various ways. Understanding that people make intentional choices about where to spend their money, your services may hold exceptional value to the right audience. 👯♀️ Identifying Your Ideal Client How Katie’s studio focuses on high-end professionals and retirees—not students, new moms, or entry-level workers. Why do her clients value the $70 classes at her studio, and why she doesn’t compete with studios offering $7 sessions? ✍️ Insights into Powerful Pricing Strategies Charging is based on perceived expertise, the scarcity of your services, and the exclusive community feel you offer. Tips on delivering unmatched, personalized value to ensure your prices resonate with your clients. 🧘♀️ Katie’s Business Philosophy Prioritizing smaller, high-quality classes over large, impersonal ones. Designing services specifically around the needs and goals of your target audience. The importance of continuous self-improvement as an instructor or business owner. Takeaway from the Episode Your pricing should reflect your unique expertise, ideal client, and the experience you provide—not the competition. Confidently charge what you’re worth, knowing that the right clients will recognise and appreciate your value. What’s Next? Exciting news! Katie’s upcoming Thrive Program, designed specifically for Pilates instructors, is on the way. Stay tuned for more details on how this program can elevate your business and confidence as an instructor. Thanks for tuning in! Remember to step into your worth, and we’ll catch you next week for more actionable insights and inspiration.
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From Burnout to Balance: How a VA Can Save Your Sanity & Your Studio
In This Episode Katie Crane explores how Virtual Assistants (VAs) can help Pilates professionals streamline operations, cut costs, and reclaim valuable time. Running a studio is more than just teaching—it’s about creating a sustainable business that allows you to focus on your passion Katie is joined by Kristy Smith, founder of Virtual Elves, to discuss the power of outsourcing, the ethical impact of hiring a VA, and practical steps to get started. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: 🔹 What is a Virtual Assistant (VA)? – How can remote professionals support your business with admin, marketing, and operations? 🔹 Why Hiring a VA Makes Sense – Save money, free up time, and delegate tasks to improve efficiency. 🔹 Common VA Tasks – Social media management, email marketing, content creation, lead generation, and more. 🔹 How to Get Started – Identify tasks to delegate, establish clear communication, and gradually expand responsibilities. 🔹 Ethical Outsourcing – How hiring a VA can create global job opportunities and support economic growth. Key Moments & Highlights: ✨ The real cost savings of hiring a VA vs. local staff. ✨ Kristy’s expert advice on setting up a successful VA relationship. ✨ How Pilates professionals can use outsourcing to scale their business. ✨ Practical steps to conduct a time-task audit and pinpoint areas for delegation. Take Advantage of Our Special Offers! 🎁 Free Discovery Call – Book a 15-minute consultation with Kristy Smith to explore how a VA can support your business. [Add link here] Join the Conversation Have you worked with a Virtual Assistant? What tasks would you love to delegate? Share your experience and tag us—we’d love to hear from you! Take Advantage of our Special Offers! Claim it now here: https://www.thepilatesprofessional.com.au/free-gift-workshop Unlock Your Pilates Potential! Take This FREE 60-second Quiz To Find Out ”What's your Pilates Personality? https://go2.bucketquizzes.com/sf/75440977 Subscribe to our biweekly Pilates Muse newsletter for exclusive updates. https://www.thepilatesprofessional.com.au/the-pilates-muse-publication Subscribe & Stay Inspired Don’t miss upcoming episodes packed with business growth strategies, expert insights, and actionable tips for Pilates professionals. 💬 Love the episode? Subscribe, leave a review, and share it with fellow Pilates instructors looking to scale their studios with less stress!
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Knowing Your Why
In this episode, Katie dives deep into the power of discovering and connecting with your "why" as a Pilates instructor. The teaching movement is just the beginning—understanding your purpose fuels passion, builds resilience, and amplifies your impact. Katie shares her personal journey, explores key psychological insights, and invites you to reflect on your own "why" to keep your teaching meaningful and fulfilling. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: 🔹 Defining Your "Why" – What does it truly mean to find your deeper purpose as a Pilates instructor? 🔹 Katie’s Personal "Why" – How being a source of hope and believing people deserve more shapes her approach. 🔹 Resilience & Ice Baths – The mental fortitude built through cold exposure and how it relates to overcoming challenges. 🔹 Psychology of Purpose – Insights from Viktor Frankl and Carl Jung on meaning, suffering, and individuation. 🔹 Keeping Your Passion Alive – How reflecting on and embodying your "why" can elevate your teaching and sustain your motivation. Key Moments & Highlights: ✨ Katie shares the core of her "why" and how it influences her practice and teaching. ✨ The surprising link between ice baths, resilience, and mental strength. ✨ How the work of Viktor Frankl and Carl Jung sheds light on purpose and personal growth. ✨ A heartfelt call for instructors to reconnect with their "why" to better serve their clients and stay inspired. Take Advantage of Our Special Offers! 🎁 Claim Your Free Gift Workshop: https://www.thepilatesprofessional.com.au/free-gift-workshop 📝 Unlock Your Pilates Potential! Take this FREE 60-second quiz to discover "What's Your Pilates Personality?" https://go2.bucketquizzes.com/sf/75440977 📩 Subscribe to Our Biweekly Pilates Muse Newsletter for exclusive insights and updates. https://www.thepilatesprofessional.com.au/the-pilates-muse-publication Join the Conversation We’d love to hear from you! What’s your "why" as a Pilates instructor? How do you stay connected to your purpose? Tag us in your posts or drop a comment—we can’t wait to hear your insights! Subscribe & Stay Inspired Don’t miss upcoming episodes packed with personal growth strategies, psychological insights, and actionable advice for Pilates instructors. 💬 Love the episode? Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and help more listeners transform their relationship with movement and purpose!
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