Why I don’t do reformer (for now)

(Trial) Pilates Trainee Tips + The Most Common Q&As

🌼Today's episode: (Trial) Pilates Trainee Tips + The Most Common Q&As Since I started sharing my Pilates trainee-to-professional journey on YouTube and Instagram, I’ve received many DMs from Pilates trainees, especially from BASI Pilates trainees.I’ve been answering privately, but I realized these questions might help others too. So in this episode, I rewrote the messages and added a few more helpful tips.If you are currently a Pilates trainee, this is definitely worth reading. I listed the 5 most common questions from my DMs in the description. If you’re curious and want to read more, you can find the full blog on my Buy Me a Coffee page (Exclusive Blog). See you there! 🔸Common Questions: Q1: Which exercises did you do on your mat exam? Q2: I’m not good at many mat exercises. How should I practice? Q3: I have some unclear exercises. Q4: I have a previous injury. How did you manage your back recovery? Q5: Starting BASI Pilates teacher training soon. Any tips or advice? 🌼Full Episode: buymeacoffee.com/plieajbalance/pilates-trainee-tips-the-most-common-q-as 🎁🌟 Holiday Buddy Pilates Promo! 🧘‍♀️🧘‍♂️ Bring a friend, family member, colleague or partner to any 45mins Online Group Mat Pilates class and you BOTH get the class for only $7 each! ❤️(Regular price: $10CAD) *You and your buddy must each book the same class(es) 📅 When: December 10–28, 2025💻 Where: Online via Google Meet (⚠️Google account required)🕒 Class: Only 45-min sessions — Experienced Beginner, Mixed Level or Mixed Level Challenge ✨ Move together, stay strong together — all holiday long! ✨ 🔗Link:Learn more & book  https://www.plieajbalance.com/events--promos.html [https://www.plieajbalance.com/events--promos.html] 🌼Information: ❋⁠⁠⁠⁠Booking Online Mat Class ⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://plieajbalance.setmore.com/] ❋⁠⁠⁠Free Trial Mat Pilates Classes⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_K2KkvDJdY0WG2reoTkYvA] ❋⁠Shop⁠ [https://buymeacoffee.com/plieajbalance/extras] ❋⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/plie.aj.balance/%E2%81%A0] ❋⁠⁠Reading-Style Journal ⁠⁠ [https://buymeacoffee.com/plieajbalance/posts] ❋⁠⁠Exclusive Blog⁠ ⁠ [https://buymeacoffee.com/plieajbalance/posts] ❋⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.plieajbalance.com/] BGM: MusMus

My Best Pilates Buddies: The Pilates Gear I Love

🎁🌟 Holiday Buddy Pilates Promo! 🧘‍♀️🧘‍♂️ Any 45mins Online Group Mat Pilates class $7 CAD  (Dec 10-28, 2025) ❋⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://plieajbalance.setmore.com/]⁠Learn more & book [ ⁠https://www.plieajbalance.com/events--promos.html⁠] 🌼Today's episode: The shopping season is here! Black Friday, holidays, and Boxing Day! I’m sharing my favorite activewear, Pilates equipment, and honest reviews to help you find the best deals. 🌼Information: ❋⁠⁠⁠⁠Booking Online Mat Class ⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://plieajbalance.setmore.com/] ❋⁠⁠⁠Free Trial Mat Pilates Classes⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_K2KkvDJdY0WG2reoTkYvA] ❋⁠Shop⁠ [https://buymeacoffee.com/plieajbalance/extras] ❋⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/plie.aj.balance/%E2%81%A0] ❋⁠⁠Reading-Style Journal ⁠⁠ [https://buymeacoffee.com/plieajbalance/posts] ❋⁠⁠Exclusive Blog⁠ ⁠ [https://buymeacoffee.com/plieajbalance/posts] ❋⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.plieajbalance.com/] BGM: MusMus

(Trial)The Day Before My First Pilates Class and How It Really Went

🌼Today's episode: (Trial)The Day Before My First Pilates Class and How It Really Went It feels like my first day teaching Pilates at university was ages ago! In this episode, I’m sharing what I did the day before my very first class and how that big day actually turned out. If you’re a new Pilates instructor or preparing to teach for the first time, these tips and reflections will help you feel confident, calm, and ready to shine in your own class. Let’s dive in together! 🌼Full Episode: https://buymeacoffee.com/plieajbalance/the-day-before-my-first-pilates-class-how-it-really-went 🌼Information: ❋⁠⁠⁠⁠Booking Online Mat Class ⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://plieajbalance.setmore.com/] ❋⁠⁠⁠Free Trial Mat Pilates Classes⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_K2KkvDJdY0WG2reoTkYvA] ❋⁠Shop⁠ [https://buymeacoffee.com/plieajbalance/extras] ❋⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/plie.aj.balance/%E2%81%A0] ❋⁠⁠Reading-Style Journal ⁠⁠ [https://buymeacoffee.com/plieajbalance/posts] ❋⁠⁠Exclusive Blog⁠ ⁠ [https://buymeacoffee.com/plieajbalance/posts] ❋⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.plieajbalance.com/] BGM: MusMus

Why I don’t do reformer (for now)

Welcome to my podcast, Balancé In & Out! In this podcast, I share both general and personal experiences, as well as insights from my daily life, including Pilates-related topics! 🌼Today's episode I’m a certified Pilates instructor, but I only have a Mat Pilates certificate, not Reformer. There are some  reasons why I choose to teach only Mat. Maybe one day I’ll say, ‘I LOVE Reformer!’ but for now, my heart is with the mat! 🌼Information ❋⁠⁠⁠⁠Booking Online Mat Class ⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://plieajbalance.setmore.com/] ❋⁠⁠⁠Free Trial Mat Pilates Classes⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_K2KkvDJdY0WG2reoTkYvA] ❋⁠Shop⁠ [https://buymeacoffee.com/plieajbalance/extras] ❋⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/plie.aj.balance/%E2%81%A0] ❋⁠⁠Reading-Style Journal ⁠⁠ [https://buymeacoffee.com/plieajbalance/posts] ❋⁠⁠Exclusive Blog⁠ ⁠ [https://buymeacoffee.com/plieajbalance/posts] ❋⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.plieajbalance.com/] BGM: MusMus

Do I still miss Vancouver OR Love living in Montreal?

Welcome to my podcast, Balancé In & Out! In this podcast, I share both general and personal experiences, as well as insights from my daily life, including Pilates-related topics! 🌼Today's episode As you may know, I relocated from Vancouver to Montreal in October 2024.Today, I want to share some of my favorite things about Vancouver and British Columbia, and how they compare to Montreal and Quebec. Note: Everything I share here is just my personal experience and thoughts — so take it with a pinch of salt. 🌼Information ❋⁠⁠⁠Booking Online Mat Class ⁠⁠⁠ [https://plieajbalance.setmore.com/] ❋⁠⁠Free Trial Mat Pilates Classes⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_K2KkvDJdY0WG2reoTkYvA] ❋Shop [https://buymeacoffee.com/plieajbalance/extras] ❋⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/plie.aj.balance/%E2%81%A0] ❋⁠Reading-Style Journal ⁠ [https://buymeacoffee.com/plieajbalance/posts] ❋⁠Exclusive Blog⁠  [https://buymeacoffee.com/plieajbalance/posts] ❋⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.plieajbalance.com/] BGM: MusMus