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30/07/2026

Meet Winnie

I’d like you all to meet a member of the Pilates with Laura family who’s been with us a little while now — Winnie!

I adopted Winnie four months ago. She’s a long-haired tuxedo cat, rescued from a local rehoming centre, and she’s shy and skittish by nature but settling in as a very happy indoor cat. She’s completely fallen for my other cat Bubbles, which has been lovely to watch.

I still haven’t managed to stroke her, but for about a month now she’s been happily eating lick-e-lix from my hand, which felt like a real milestone in building her trust. Slow and steady wins the day with a cat like Winnie.

Winnie is here to stay.

It’s genuinely heartbreaking how many rescue centres are full right now, unable to take in the animals that need help most. If you’re ever thinking about adding a pet to your family, please consider adopting rather than shopping. There are so many Winnies out there waiting for their person 🥰

19/07/2026

Two PTs, two very different specialisms, one shared love of training. Sam and I get together 3-4 times a week and always have a laugh along the way - yesterday’s session soundtrack was Barbie Girl, courtesy of Elite Physique’s shuffle. Not what either of us expected to be doing deadlifts to 🎵

31/05/2026

June is very nearly here and there is plenty going on at Pilates with Laura!

My in-person classes are running throughout the month at Potton Hall, Wilbury Hall, Loves Farm House and Maple Tree Primary School. This month we are working through movements from the classical Pilates mat repertoire, so make sure you bring your mat and any props you might need. I do still have spaces available in the 17.55 class at Wilbury Hall and the 18.05 class at Loves Farm House - come and join us! Full details on all my in-person classes can be found on my website.

Online, my live-stream schedule is almost fully running throughout June with a class every morning Monday to Saturday. Each session has its own plan and focus so there is plenty of variety. The only exceptions are Saturday 13th June and Friday 19th June when no classes will run. Five new videos have also just been added to my on-demand library for you to enjoy in your own time.

My Wednesday morning Fit & Strong: Cardio & Strength class at Potton Hall is running as normal throughout June. This is the only drop-in class - no booking required, just turn up!

Get in touch to find out more.

www.pilateswithlaura.co.uk

16/05/2026

Yesterday’s classes marked the end of our Foam Roller sessions for a while.

Props are wonderful things. They can support you through a movement, or dial up the challenge when you are ready for it. But sometimes the most powerful thing is to strip it all back.

For those of you who come to my in-person classes, for the next few weeks it is just you and the mat. No props, no extras. Pure Pilates.

There is something really special about returning to the mat. It is where good practice lives.

See you on the mat.

21/04/2026

If you love the feeling of a good aerobics class but want something that is gentle on the joints and works at your own pace, this one is for you.

Fit & Strong: Cardio & Strength is my Wednesday morning class at Potton Hall for All in Potton, Bedfordshire. It blends low-impact cardio, gentle strength work and balance training - all set to music and suitable for all levels.

It is the kind of class that leaves you feeling energised rather than exhausted. The sort of session that supports your body for everyday life - better balance, stronger muscles, more confidence in how you move.

There is no booking required. Just turn up, say hello and give it a go. Classes run every Wednesday from 10.00 to 10.50 and it is just £8 per session, payable by cash or bank transfer on the day.

I have a class tomorrow morning if you fancy joining us. It would be lovely to see some new faces.

Any questions, drop me a message or head to www.pilateswithlaura.co.uk

14/04/2026

Did you know that the way you breathe could be contributing to your back pain?

Most of us spend more hours sitting than ever before - at a desk, in the car, on the sofa. Over time, this takes a toll on how we breathe. Breathing becomes shallow, restricted and dysfunctional. And when that happens, the body starts to struggle in ways we don't always connect back to our breath.

Here is something I find fascinating, and something I share with my members regularly.

The diaphragm - your primary breathing muscle - sits at the top of your core. The pelvic floor sits at the bottom. They are directly connected. When we breathe well, the diaphragm becomes more flexible and strong. And because of that connection, the pelvic floor follows. Together they form the foundation of a healthy, supported spine.

When breathing is dysfunctional, that foundation weakens. Connective tissues tighten. The lower back takes the strain.

The first and most important thing anyone with lower back pain can do is learn to breathe as we are designed to breathe. Light, slow and deep. Wide into the sides of the ribcage, full into the back of the ribs.

This is not just a relaxation technique. This is how we build genuine core strength.

In Pilates, breathing drives every single movement - not the other way around. When you breathe wide and fully into the ribs, you are actively strengthening your abdominals. Every exhale is doing work. Every inhale is preparing the body.

If you have been living with back pain or tightness and feel like you have tried everything, it might be worth starting with something as simple - and as powerful - as your breath.

This is at the heart of everything we do in class. Come and experience it for yourself.

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12/04/2026

“I sleep so much better since starting Pilates.”

One of the things I love most about what I do is hearing how Pilates is making a difference outside of class.

This week a member mentioned that she has been sleeping so much better since she started coming. She was almost surprised by it.

I wasn’t.

When we move well, breathe well and give our nervous system a chance to settle, the ripple effects show up in all sorts of places. Better sleep is one of the most common things members notice, often within the first few weeks.

09/04/2026

New blog post is live!

I have been wanting to write this one for a while. If you have ever wondered what the difference is between Classical and Contemporary Pilates, or why the method has evolved over the years, this one is for you.

I have also included a passage written by Joseph Pilates himself that I think is well worth a read.

Head to https://pilateswithlaura.co.uk/classical-and-contemporary-pilates/ to give it a read and let me know what you think.

Laura

06/04/2026

In every Pilates class, the focus is always on one thing: keeping your centre steady while your arms and legs move.

This is not just a nice idea. It is one of the six core principles that every properly trained Pilates instructor works with, alongside concentration, control, precision, breath, and flow. Together they shape every single exercise.

When you work with a teacher trained in the method, you are not just going through the motions. You are learning to move your limbs freely while your deep centre stays strong, stable, and switched on.

Do that consistently, and the results go far beyond the mat. You stand taller, breathe better, and move through everyday life with far less effort and far more ease.

30/03/2026

April is nearly here and there is plenty to look forward to.

A few things worth knowing for April:

Classes with me always continue throughout the school holidays, so no need to worry about disruption to your routine. The only exception is bank holidays — I do take a rest on those.

That means the only sessions not running this month are Friday 3rd, Saturday 4th and Monday 6th April over the Easter weekend. Everything else continues as normal.

Foam rollers are here to stay for all in-person classes. After a great month of rolling in March, we will keep feeling the benefits session after session as the roller continues to assist and challenge our bodies in equal measure.

Classes continue to be well attended and it is lovely to see. If you have been thinking about joining me in person, there is still space available on Monday mornings at 11.05 at Potton Hall for All. A great way to start your week.

Fit & Strong: Cardio & Strength continues every Wednesday morning at Potton Hall for All, 10.00–10.50. No booking needed, just turn up. Cash or bank transfer on the door. £8.

All live-stream classes are running as normal, Monday through Saturday every morning. If you are not already joining me online, now is a great time to start.

As always, if you have any questions just drop me a message.

Laura x

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