

Pilates Elephants
Raphael Bender
We get to grips with new research, teaching strategies, and social issues around Pilates and Pilates teaching. This is 100% authentic, unscripted, real talk about everything Pilates.
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Jun 30, 2024 • 1h 16min
259. There is no such thing as a Pilates emergency, with Kyle Marsh and Natalie Wilson
This is the sixth and final episode in a limited series hosted by Natalie & Kyle.We conclude our podcasting adventure by discussing the common fears and insecurities held by many pilates instructors as well as the tribalism that is dividing the industry. We hope to provide reassurance that even when something feels like a crisis in PilatesLand, it is often not.Resources mentioned in the episode: You can reach out to Natalie on IG here and Kyle herePilates Elephants episode #204: What is Pilates? herePlease link to Pilates Elephants episode #211: How to deal with the Pilates Police hereYou can listen to Hannah Teuscher's podcast, The Pilates Exchange, here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pilates-exchange/id1704769014Have a great laugh with @beccabastos here: https://www.instagram.com/reel/CzmmSNFv4Ba/?igsh=MXFla2hxMHdxdjV3OA== and here: https://www.instagram.com/reel/C7FkGqgPp4O/?igsh=anQ1Z2tnaHEzMmZuConnect with me on Instagram: @the_raphaelbenderDownload a free course guide:Pilates CertificationVisualized AnatomyBecome a Breathe Education Mentor Affiliate: Program infoThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: AdBarker - https://adbarker.com/privacy

Jun 27, 2024 • 27min
258. The case for retiring stability as a concept in Pilates, with Raphael Bender
Resources mentioned in the episode: Stability is not a risk factor for first-time low back pain hereAnd it’s not a risk factor for back pain becoming chronic here or hereMore non-guideline concordant treatments massively increase risk of pain becoming chronic hereConnect with me on Instagram: @the_raphaelbenderDownload a free course guide:Pilates CertificationVisualized AnatomyBecome a Breathe Education Mentor Affiliate: Program infoMentioned in this episode:Get 1:1 coaching with me to grow your studioGet 1:1 coaching with me to grow your studioThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: AdBarker - https://adbarker.com/privacy

Jun 23, 2024 • 41min
257. How Kerri is making $100k teaching Pilates in her garage, with Kerri Jennings and Raphael Bender
Connect with Kerri on Instagram: @pilateswithkez Find Pilates with Kez online here and book a class with her hereConnect with me on Instagram: @the_raphaelbenderDownload a free course guide:Pilates CertificationVisualized AnatomyBecome a Breathe Education Mentor Affiliate: Program infoMentioned in this episode:Get 1:1 coaching with me to grow your studioGet 1:1 coaching with me to grow your studioThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: AdBarker - https://adbarker.com/privacy

Jun 20, 2024 • 1h 44min
256. How to get your Pilates business to stand out in a sea of competitors, with James Trenerry and Raphael Bender
Our thoughts on how to stand out - without doing a song and dance routine.Connect with James Trenerry on Instagram: @jamesgvtrenerryConnect with me on Instagram: @the_raphaelbender Download a free course guide:Pilates CertificationVisualized AnatomyBecome a Breathe Education Mentor Affiliate: Program infoMentioned in this episode:Get 1:1 coaching with me to grow your studioGet 1:1 coaching with me to grow your studioThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: AdBarker - https://adbarker.com/privacy

Jun 16, 2024 • 1h 15min
255. Is class programming dragging you down? Fun and Effective Tips Inside, with Kyle Marsh and Natalie Wilson
This is the fourth episode in a limited series hosted by Natalie & Kyle.Class programming can often be a major source of overwhelm and burnout for pilates instructors. On this episode of the podcast, Kyle and Nat discuss the pitfalls of popular programming styles and ways to make this part of the job effective, sustainable and engaging.Resources mentioned in the episode:You can reach out to Natalie on IG here and Kyle herePilates Elephants episode #209: Is Pilates training or entertainment hereYou can learn more about Kyle's online studio, True II Form at www.kylegeorginamarsh.comYou can learn more about Heath Lander's reformer mastery program: www.contrologycollective.com.auIG post of soccer guys doing pilates: https://www.instagram.com/reel/C6mhkHKS7Dl/?igsh=NXlpdXBmajEyaDJlDownload a free course guide:Pilates CertificationVisualized AnatomyBecome a Breathe Education Mentor Affiliate: Program infoMentioned in this episode:Get 1:1 coaching with me to grow your studioGet 1:1 coaching with me to grow your studioThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: AdBarker - https://adbarker.com/privacy

Jun 13, 2024 • 1h 41min
254. How To Build A High Performing Team In Your Studio, with Raphael Bender
This is my exact process, with lots of specifics. Resources mentioned in the episode:Watch this episode as a video hereAccess the notes and templates hereConnect with me on Instagram: @the_raphaelbenderDownload a free course guide:Pilates CertificationVisualized AnatomyBecome a Breathe Education Mentor Affiliate: Program infoMentioned in this episode:Get 1:1 coaching with me to grow your studioGet 1:1 coaching with me to grow your studioThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: AdBarker - https://adbarker.com/privacy

Jun 9, 2024 • 1h 52min
253. Is Cueing Over Rated? With Antony Lo and Raphael Bender
Resources mentioned in the episode: Challenging Beliefs About Cueing by Antony Lo hereFind Antony Lo online here Connect with me on Instagram: @the_raphaelbenderDownload a free course guide:Pilates CertificationVisualized AnatomyBecome a Breathe Education Mentor Affiliate: Program infoMentioned in this episode:Get 1:1 coaching with me to grow your studioGet 1:1 coaching with me to grow your studioThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: AdBarker - https://adbarker.com/privacy

Jun 6, 2024 • 10min
252. How to get a job teaching Pilates, with Raphael Bender
Connect with me on Instagram: @the_raphaelbenderDownload a free course guide:Pilates CertificationVisualized AnatomyGet my book 'How to make $100k a year teaching Pilates' hereBecome a Breathe Education Mentor Affiliate: Program infoMentioned in this episode:Get 1:1 coaching with me to grow your studioGet 1:1 coaching with me to grow your studioThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: AdBarker - https://adbarker.com/privacy

Jun 2, 2024 • 1h 36min
251. How to finally get a great night's sleep, with Russell Gilbert and Raphael Bender
Russell Gilbert is a board certified behavioral sleep medicine doctor. In this episode we talk about how to know if you're sleeping enough, and what to do if you're not.Connect with me on Instagram: @the_raphaelbenderDownload a free course guide:Pilates CertificationVisualized AnatomyBecome a Breathe Education Mentor Affiliate: Program infoGet to know Russell Gilbert here: Dr. Russell Gilbert, M.D., FRCPC, D. ABSM, D. BBSM, is a Sleep Specialist with 30 years of experience, specializing in non-pharmacological treatment of insomnia using CBT-I. Based in British Columbia, Canada, and with a private practice in Arizona, USA, Dr. Gilbert completed his medical education at Western University and training at the University of Toronto. He has extensive experience in Fibromyalgia-related sleep disturbances and previously served as medical director of multiple Sleep Clinics in Arizona. Connect with Dr. Russell:Find Scottsdale Insomnia and Sleep Medicine online here Email him at rgilbert@scottsdalesleep.com. Mentioned in this episode:Get 1:1 coaching with me to grow your studioGet 1:1 coaching with me to grow your studioThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: AdBarker - https://adbarker.com/privacy

May 30, 2024 • 19min
250. Why we don't affiliate with any Pilates or Fitness industry bodies, with Raphael Bender
Connect with me on Instagram: @the_raphaelbenderDownload a free course guide:Pilates CertificationVisualized AnatomyBecome a Breathe Education Mentor Affiliate: Program infoMentioned in this episode:Get 1:1 coaching with me to grow your studioGet 1:1 coaching with me to grow your studioThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: AdBarker - https://adbarker.com/privacy


