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Beyond the Reformer
Nic Lenny
30 episodes
3 days ago
Movement becomes medicine when you learn how to truly feel it, and this conversation with Christi Idavoy shows you exactly how to teach from that place of depth, clarity and presence. Today, Nic sits down with senior Polestar Pilates educator Christi Idavoy for an inspiring conversation on movement, teaching, energy, intuition and the art of presence in the studio. Christi shares the story of how movement has shaped her life since childhood, the unexpected path that led her from yoga to P...
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Movement becomes medicine when you learn how to truly feel it, and this conversation with Christi Idavoy shows you exactly how to teach from that place of depth, clarity and presence. Today, Nic sits down with senior Polestar Pilates educator Christi Idavoy for an inspiring conversation on movement, teaching, energy, intuition and the art of presence in the studio. Christi shares the story of how movement has shaped her life since childhood, the unexpected path that led her from yoga to P...
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Alternative Health
Education,
Self-Improvement,
Health & Fitness,
Fitness
Episodes (20/30)
Beyond the Reformer
How Movement Becomes Medicine with Christi Idavoy
Movement becomes medicine when you learn how to truly feel it, and this conversation with Christi Idavoy shows you exactly how to teach from that place of depth, clarity and presence. Today, Nic sits down with senior Polestar Pilates educator Christi Idavoy for an inspiring conversation on movement, teaching, energy, intuition and the art of presence in the studio. Christi shares the story of how movement has shaped her life since childhood, the unexpected path that led her from yoga to P...
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3 days ago
1 hour 11 minutes

Beyond the Reformer
Inside Polestar Pilates’ Approach to Teaching with Depth with Nichole Zuckerman
Few people have shaped modern Pilates education like Nichole Zuckerman. As one of Polestar Pilates’ most senior educators, Nichole has dedicated her career to deepening how teachers understand movement, presence, and the human body. Nic sits down with Nichole to explore the philosophy that has made Polestar Pilates one of the most respected education schools in the world. Nichole shares her upbringing surrounded by reformers and studio life, what it was like growing up as Brent Anderson’s...
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1 week ago
1 hour 2 minutes

Beyond the Reformer
How to Build a Pilates Class That Transforms Your Clients Without Burning You Out
Behind every powerful Pilates class is a teacher who understands subtlety. In this solo episode, Nic shares how to create classes that help clients find ease, awareness, and lasting change. After years of teaching and now educating other Pilates instructors, Nic has noticed a recurring question from listeners: what does it mean to teach with subtlety? In this episode, she breaks down the art and science of structuring a Pilates class that helps clients move with more awareness, ease, and ...
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2 weeks ago
27 minutes

Beyond the Reformer
The Art of Simplicity in Pilates Cuing with LaBriece Ochsner
In this bonus episode, Nic sits down with Balanced Body Educator LaBriece Ochsner at the Pilates Gathering in Scotland to explore how education, compassion, and clarity in teaching continue to shape the future of Pilates. LaBriece’s journey began over two decades ago in Zurich, where her first Pilates mat class revealed a method that would change her life. From teaching in Swiss fitness centres to running her own studio and becoming a global educator, she shares how her experience across cu...
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3 weeks ago
31 minutes

Beyond the Reformer
Bridging the Gap Between Physiotherapy and Pilates with Cameron Angus
Nic is back with another conversation recorded live at the Pilates Gathering in Scotland. Cameron Angus and Nic explore how the worlds of physiotherapy and Pilates intertwine to create more resilient, mindful, and connected movers and teachers. With decades of experience spanning the battlefield, physiotherapy clinics, and now his own Pilates studio, Cameron shares the fascinating evolution of his work and how Pilates became central to helping people move better, recover from injury, and re...
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3 weeks ago
43 minutes

Beyond the Reformer
The Stories, Legacy, and Lessons of a Lifetime in Pilates with Michael King
When Michael King started teaching Pilates nearly five decades ago, there was only one studio in London, and no one could have imagined how it would grow into the worldwide practice it is today. In this inspiring conversation, Michael joins Nic live at the Pilates Gathering in Scotland to share his remarkable journey through 47 years of teaching, learning, and shaping the Pilates industry. From his early days training under Alan Herman to managing studios in London, Houston, and Los Angel...
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1 month ago
1 hour 9 minutes

Beyond the Reformer
How Joakim Valsinge Used Pilates to Help His Son Move and Thrive
Guided by first-generation teacher Lolita San Miguel, Joakim discovered how movement can shape not just stronger bodies, but stronger lives. In this episode, Nic sits down with Joakim Valsinge, a former military instructor turned Pilates educator, at the stunning Pilates Gathering in Scotland. Joakim shares how he first discovered Pilates not through pain or injury but through curiosity and vanity! His early experience as a soldier taught him brute strength, but Pilates introduced him t...
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1 month ago
57 minutes

Beyond the Reformer
The Secret to Keeping Pilates Clients for Decades with Linda Rhodes and Sarah Liston
Building a Pilates business that thrives across generations, grows through change, and keeps clients coming back for decades doesn’t happen by accident. In this inspiring conversation, Nic meets the powerhouse mother–daughter duo behind EQ Pilates, who have combined passion, community, and classical integrity to build one of the UK’s most respected studios. Nic speaks with Linda and Sarah, the founders of EQ Pilates, about what it really takes to create a studio that stands the test of ti...
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1 month ago
55 minutes

Beyond the Reformer
It’s Time to Replace Outdated Pilates Cues with Ava Rodriguez
Outdated cues and generic fixes won’t create lasting mobility. Science-driven strategies will. In this week’s episode of Beyond the Reformer, Nic is joined by Ava Rodriguez, also known as The Joint Whisperer. Ava is the founder of Move Beyond with Ava and the Mobility Fitness Academy, where she helps teachers and fitness professionals integrate joint mobility principles into their work. Ava shares how her own injuries shaped her approach, why so many cues in Pilates and fitness need an ...
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1 month ago
57 minutes

Beyond the Reformer
Lessons from Three Decades in Pilates with Alexander Bohlander
Pilates is more than a workout, it’s a philosophy and a way of life. In this inspiring conversation, Nic is joined by world-renowned educator, physiotherapist and osteopath Alexander Bohlander who has spent over three decades shaping the future of Pilates through his teaching, clinics and work with Polestar Pilates. Alex shares his journey into Pilates, from his first encounter with the method in Belgium to becoming a global leader in education. He explains why Pilates is more relevant ...
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1 month ago
1 hour 3 minutes

Beyond the Reformer
The Story Behind Soul Pilates, Overcoming Burnout and Healing Through Pilates
This week the tables are turned as Nic sits in the guest seat! Her best friend and journalist, Gemma, steps in to interview her and talk about the story behind Soul Pilates, opening three Pilates studios, launching teacher training, and creating this podcast. Nic opens up about her first encounter with Pilates after a car accident, how movement transformed her chronic pain and burnout, and the pivotal moments that shaped her career. She shares honestly about the highs and lows of running ...
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2 months ago
59 minutes

Beyond the Reformer
Breaking Myths About Osteoporosis and Pilates With Gemma Pearson
Pilates has the power to transform lives especially when it comes to supporting women with osteoporosis. In this episode of Beyond the Reformer, Nic sits down with Gemma Pearson, founder of Osteoporosis Pilates, to explore how movement can rebuild strength, confidence, and resilience in a population often overlooked by traditional fitness. Gemma shares her journey from professional dancer to educator and how she discovered her niche in bone health. They discuss the myths and fear-based ...
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2 months ago
1 hour 4 minutes

Beyond the Reformer
Rethinking Pilates Training and the Future of the Industry with Jenna Zaffino
The Pilates industry is evolving faster than ever, but not always in the right direction. Nic is joined by educator, mentor, and business strategist Jenna Zaffino, who has been shaping conversations in Pilates for over two decades. Jenna shares her journey from ballet to studio ownership, and how her personal challenges led her to pivot into mentorship and health coaching. Nic and Jenna discuss the realities of running a Pilates studio today and the future of teacher training. Timesta...
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2 months ago
1 hour 4 minutes

Beyond the Reformer
Diary of a Pilates Studio Owner
For our final episode of S1, Nic sits down for her first ever solo episode. Nic knows what it’s like to be starting out running your own studio and feeling a little bit lost or alone, so she wanted to chat about everything that has been coming up for her recently about running multiple studios, launching a teacher training programme and trying to balance work and life without burnout. She also shares the joy and challenges of running a growing team, staying committed to her own Pilates practi...
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3 months ago
28 minutes

Beyond the Reformer
How Pilates Helps Manage Chronic Conditions with Clara Farque
Nic sits down with Clara Farque, a Pilates instructor, medical doctor, and chronic illness advocate, to explore the role Pilates has played in managing rheumatoid arthritis, preventing burnout, and creating a more holistic future for healthcare. Clara shares how a life-changing diagnosis at 18 led her to Pilates and how she balances her work as a doctor with teaching and mentoring. This episode takes an honest look at the intersection of chronic illness, movement, and medicine. They also chat...
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3 months ago
1 hour 17 minutes

Beyond the Reformer
What Separates Good Pilates Teachers from Great Ones with Diane Nye
Introducing our new Teaching Tips series! We have Diane Nye back on the podcast, chatting about what makes a truly great teacher. Having mentored hundreds of Pilates instructors over the past 16 years, Diane shares her insights on confidence, presence, and the art of bringing your personality into your teaching. Together, we explore why knowledge alone doesn’t make a great teacher, how to build authentic connections with clients, and the importance of curiosity and observation in the early ye...
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3 months ago
43 minutes

Beyond the Reformer
Creating a pilates studio that lasts, grows, and stays profitable with Chelsea Streifeneder
Maintaining your Pilates studio’s equipment is a necessity if you want to ensure you are making a profit. And no one understands that better than Chelsea Streifeneder, founder of Body Be Well Pilates and an expert in Pilates equipment maintenance and studio sustainability. In this episode, Chelsea joins Nic to share what she’s learned in 16 years of studio ownership, including how she’s seen other opportunities outside of classes to make a profit in the Pilates world, and how to scale without...
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3 months ago
43 minutes

Beyond the Reformer
Understanding hypermobility and its impact on the body with Jeannie Di Bon
The pain, fatigue and anxiety you’ve been living with isn’t in your head, it’s a sign of something deeper your body has been trying to tell you. Nic is joined by movement therapist and Pilates educator Jeannie Di Bon to explore the realities of living with hypermobility and Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS). Jeannie was diagnosed later in life after years of unexplained symptoms, and her journey led her to create The Zebra Club, an online platform supporting hypermobile people around the world. Th...
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4 months ago
1 hour 13 minutes

Beyond the Reformer
Teaching classical Pilates in a trend-driven industry with Amy Kellow
Today, Nic is joined by Amy Kellow, founder of Everybody Pilates, second-generation teacher, and educator with studios across the UK and the Netherlands. They talk about what classical Pilates really means, how to balance structure with intuition, and why understanding the origins of the work is essential, no matter what style you teach. Amy explores the challenges of scaling a Pilates business, managing a team across locations, and how to keep evolving as a teacher while staying rooted in th...
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4 months ago
1 hour 1 minute

Beyond the Reformer
How Platinum Pilates was built without compromising on depth with Milena Jaksic
The secret to growing a successful Pilates business isn’t about chasing trends on Instagram or TikTok. You need to stay curious and always being open to learning! In this inspiring episode, Nic sits down with Milena Jaksic, the founder of Platinum Pilates, to look at the story behind one of Ireland’s most respected studios. They explore how she went from cleaning gym machines to opening six studios, the curiosity that’s kept her evolving over more than two decades, and the challenges of being...
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4 months ago
1 hour 14 minutes

Beyond the Reformer
Movement becomes medicine when you learn how to truly feel it, and this conversation with Christi Idavoy shows you exactly how to teach from that place of depth, clarity and presence. Today, Nic sits down with senior Polestar Pilates educator Christi Idavoy for an inspiring conversation on movement, teaching, energy, intuition and the art of presence in the studio. Christi shares the story of how movement has shaped her life since childhood, the unexpected path that led her from yoga to P...