The Journal

Writing from the studio

Classical Pilates, functional movement, and training for a body you live well in. 94 articles.

December 22, 2023 · 2 min Exploring the Somatic Side of Pilates The somatic side of Pilates: how the practice builds body awareness and emotional release. December 20, 2023 · 2 min Pilates for Self-Reflection and Personal Growth Explore how Pilates can be a powerful tool for self-reflection & personal growth. Our latest blog looks at the transformative potential of mindful movement. December 18, 2023 · 2 min Building Community Through Movement at West Hollywood Join the community at West Hollywood Pilates where we build connections through movement. Our blog looks at how Pilates strengthens both bodies, and also bonds. December 15, 2023 · 2 min Pilates as a Path to Whole-Body Health A path to whole-body health. Our latest blog explores how this practice benefits your mind, body, and spirit, offering more than just physical fitness. December 13, 2023 · 3 min Why Pilates is the Ideal Workout for Busy Professionals Busy professionals, discover why Pilates is your ideal workout. Our latest blog at West Hollywood Pilates looks at how Pilates fits into your hectic life. December 11, 2023 · 2 min The Power of Pilates for Emotional Release and Healing How Pilates supports emotional release and healing, and helps with managing stress and building resilience. December 9, 2023 · 2 min Unlocking Creativity Through Pilates: A Mind-Body Approach Discover the mind-body benefits of Pilates for creative professionals at West Hollywood Pilates. A way of working that opens up creative thinking. December 4, 2023 · 2 min Is Pilates Good For Mental Health? Discover the power of Pilates, good for mental health and much more, also go further into the magic of West Hollywood Pilates' unique & effective approach. December 2, 2023 · 1 min Is Pilates Safe During/After Pregnancy? Is Pilates safe during and after pregnancy? What changes by trimester and how a private session is adapted to you. From West Hollywood Pilates. November 29, 2023 · 1 min Is Pilates Good for Weight Loss? Is Pilates good for weight loss? An honest look at what it does for your body and what it does not. Strength and posture are the better measure. November 25, 2023 · 2 min "Can I Do Pilates At Home?" Can you do Pilates at home? Yes, with care. What works on a mat and what really needs the apparatus, plus a safe way to begin. November 22, 2023 · 2 min Do I Have to Be Flexible to Do Pilates? Do you have to be flexible to do Pilates? No. Why stiff bodies do well here, and how flexibility follows strength.