Learn how to effectively incorporate stability balls into your Pilates reformer practice. This mentoring episode covers essential techniques for seated, standing, and kneeling exercises using 55cm and 65cm stability balls. Discover proper ball inflation, orientation strategies, and how to adjust spring tension for optimal core engagement. Follow along as Sean demonstrates rowing variations, shoulder work, abdominal series, and advanced kneeling exercises—all designed to challenge coordination and stability while maintaining proper alignment.
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MIX-N-MATCH 52 – SHORT BOX SPINE STRENGTH + STRETCH
Join Sean as he uses the short box setup and a leverage-assisting dumbbell to break down versatile side lift variations. From slow, controlled movement to dynamic, fast-paced work, this quick session gives you adaptable options to target your obliques and lateral hips—with or without upper-body assistance. Add Video to Library Share This Video
MENTORING – THE MISSING LINK IN SPINE MOVEMENT
In this episode, Sean breaks down three key movement concepts for Pilates teachers: spine extension, spine rotation, and the “two ways to move” framework for understanding joint mechanics. Learn how to ask better questions, use your body as a teaching tool, and help students identify exactly where movement is — and isn’t — happening. From
PILATES LAB 21 – STEVEN LUMBAR STABILIZATION
In this episode of the Pilates Lab series, Sean works one-on-one with long-time client Steven, who deals with chronic lower back dysfunction and pain. Rather than focusing on traditional abdominal strengthening, Sean introduces Steven to the concept of axial elongation (AE) — creating length through the spine as the foundation of all movement. Using the
