Breathe Pilates Blog
Meet Our Instructor: Kerstin Vieth
I’m originally from a small place called Gladbeck in Germany. My professional background is as a specialised nurse for intensive care and anaesthesia, a job that I’ve practiced in for decades. My husband and I came to Singapore about 7 years ago and I’ve worked as a Pilates and now also Gyrotonic instructor since I arrived here.
Pilates Teacher Training: Where Do I Begin
What are the pre-requisites before starting Pilates Teacher Training?
You’ll need to do at least 30 hours of pilates prior to starting the course. This does not have to be done at Breathe but ideally at a studio that teaches the STOTT PILATES method. You’ll also need a working knowledge of the anatomy. However, if you don’t have it, we do have an anatomy workshop that you can take.
Pilates & Cyclists: A Match Made In Heaven
Most people have heard about Pilates, but are not entirely sure what it involves. In summary, Pilates is a system of exercises using special apparatus, designed to improve physical strength, flexibility, and posture, and enhance mental awareness. The exercises take a lot of precision and control and there is strong emphasis on technique, not unlike cycling.
Meet Our Instructor: Cynthia Blust
My name is Cynthia and I was born and raised in Hong Kong. I lived in Vancouver, Oxford, Kunming, Zürich, Beijing, Hong Kong, Moscow and now Singapore – I feel like I am from everywhere! …..
Client Spotlight: Puteri Suman
In this month’s client spotlight, we speak with Puteri who has been doing Pilates with us since 2015! She recently started Gyrotonic sessions with Cynthia and we speak with her to find out more about her experience thus far.
All I Want for Christmas is..to eat and be merry
It’s the time for parties and merry-making, but with parties there usually comes food, and heavy party food at that. Thank Santa we have Senior Instructor and Chef Sandra Lim to the rescue! With 3 healthy and vegan options for starter, main course or dessert, we can have our cake and eat it too!
GYROTONIC® and what it’s about.
Created by Juliu Horvath, a former principal dancer with the Houston Ballet, the Gyrotonic Method was developed as a way for him to regain strength and agility after suffering several debilitating injuries during his dance career.
Client Spotlight: Roshni Selvam
This month, we put the spotlight Roshni Selvam, a client who trains in a very unique sport! What inspired Roshni to begin her Pilates journey and how has it brought her closer to her goal of representing Singapore? Read on to find out!
Client Spotlight: Foo Mei Zee
In this second half of 2018, we want to bring the focus and spotlight on YOU, our beloved Breathe Family without whom we would not be who we are today. Kick starting off this series is FOO MEI ZEE, long-time client turned friend and family member! Go-getter, Businesswoman, Mother and Wife, read about how she keeps herself sane, fit and balanced!
Stretching your way through your day!
Aches, Lethargy, Stress and improved Coordination. What do these 4 things have in common? They all have one quick-solution: Stretching!
A Simple Guide To Pilates For Beginners
Pilates is a physical fitness system that was developed in the early 20th century by German national Joseph Pilates. He referred to this system as Contrology and placed heavy emphasis on the relationship between mind and body when controlling your body muscles…
Meet Our Breathe Family: Siti Norpisah
You have all seen her, emailed her, spoken to her on the phone, and now it’s time to get to know her! This December holidays, we sit down with the lady who ensures the smooth running of our studios, Operations Manager Siti Norpisah!
Working Out On Holiday
Shiny Christmas trees have appeared in store displays, and the all-too-familiar jingles can be heard everywhere! It’s the holiday season again, and while we know that it’s the “most wonderful time of the year”, it will also be the busiest time of the year and more likely then not, fitness will be the last thing on our minds. It’s okay to skip your fitness classes for the holidays, parties and dinners, but don’t neglect it completely! Here are 4 easy ways you can fit in SOME workout into your schedule this holidays!
Meet Our Instructor: Jon Chan
For the month of November, meet Jon Chan! Often seen in his scrubs, our physiotherapist and senior instructor opens up about dreams, holidays and having musical talents that none of us knew about!
Meet Our Instructor: Rohini Sardesai
October’s the month of Halloween, but there’s nothing frightening about our Instructor Of the Month – Rohini Sardesai! Specialising in Rehabilitative Pilates, we share a cup of pumpkin spice latte with Rohini and talk chocolate, math and her favourite moment in life!
A Day of Pilates and Dogs
They say that Dogs are Man’s best friends, and we couldn’t agree more. This October, we team up with SOSD (previously known as Save Our Street Dogs) Singapore to bring to you a day of Family Fun, Furries and Fitness! (Don’t you just love alliterations?) Come down for free pilates sessions (Fat Blast and Stretch Pilates), fun merchandises and F&B, as well as a dog adoption drive! Here’s the Top 5 things you should know about SOSD!
Meet our Instructor: Charlene Chong
This September, we would like to welcome Charlene Chong into our Breathe Family, who will also be our Instructor Of The Month! Fun, dynamic and always ready with a smile, get to know Charlene a bit more as we sit down with her this month!
Prepping for D(elivery) Day!
Serena Williams won her recent 23rd Grand Slam title held in Australia in January this year while pregnant. Gal Gadot filmed reshoots of Wonder Woman while 5 months pregnant. Joanne Peh was pregnant when she shot intense scenes for local movie 1965. Pregnancy is all about understanding your body, and fitness goals and safety precautions should change along with your mental and physical changes. One of the best ways to keep yourself active is with Prenatal Pilates, as it still encourages engagement of the core, pelvic floor muscles, while still being a full body workout. Our Preggi Bellies instructors chip in on what they focus on to help you get ready for your new bundle of joy!
Meet Our Instructor: Gemhl Cai
Meet our newest addition to our Breathe family – Gemhl Cai! Fun, vivacious and always ready with a smile, Gemhl completed her instructor training with us, and joined our Breathe family in mid-2017. Sit down with us this August as we find out what she likes about Pilates, and what freaks her out!
The Incredible Importance of Private Sessions
Fitness trends, large gyms and mass classes are on the rise, and more people are starting to look for workouts that are fun, effective, and suited to their needs. While working out is vital to a healthy body, we have also seen an increase in the number of fitness-related injuries. With so many varieties readily available at much lower rates, most people do question the necessity of private sessions. However, here at Breathe, we still insist on having new clients and clients with injuries or medical conditions attend at least one or a few one-on-one sessions before considering group classes, which does turn people away. Here are some reasons to explain why we stick to this guideline.