We all know that keeping our New Year resolutions is not always easy. These are the highlights from a useful article in the Evening Standard that we thought would help. The link to the whole article is below. ‘February is when the going gets tough. It’s now that you must flex some real muscle, to...

Angela Scott-Walker is now in her second spell as one of our Pilates teachers at Pilates Central, re-joining us in 2012. London School of Contemporary Dance She first encountered Pilates when she studied at the London School of Contemporary Dance. “Pilates with Alan Herdman was part of our weekly training. I really got into it...

Our Pilates Teachers We’ve been very lucky with Pilates teachers at Pilates Central. Katsura Isobe is the longest-serving Pilates teacher at Pilates Central, having joined 13 years ago in 2006. It was through her love of dancing that she first encountered Pilates. “As a dancer I had some injuries such as sprained ankles and lower...

Reformer Pilates in Islington Most of us are now back from our summer holidays and it is time to return to Pilates and stay fit. We’re always delighted when regulars recommend Pilates Central to friends and family. But as you all know one thing to stress to newcomers is that it is not just about...

Joseph Pilates was ahead of his time in so many ways. During his life, he was renowned for summing up what we all need to live a healthy and fulfilling life. Here are just ten of his most famous quotes. On Breathing ‘Breathing is the first act of life and the last. Our very life...

You might have slipped into bad habits while juggling the demands of everyday life. For many people this could mean late nights, a few too many drinks and an over-reliance on quick, processed foods or takeaways combined with a lack of exercise, fresh air and sunshine. It’s worth taking the time to overhaul your lifestyle...

At Pilates Central, Islington we understand that finding the time and motivation to workout can be difficult. So our approach to equipment-based Pilates offers you the flexibility of visiting the studio at a time and frequency that suits you. We have extended opening hours and offer both group and private sessions. For many people, this...

From combating ageing to pain-averting lower back exercises… Pilates offers something for everyone. It is still popular with dancers, gymnasts and athletes, but it is equally suitable for most men and women. From nine to 90 and beyond, it truly suits all. In fact, some people are surprised that almost a third of our clients...