317. New Prenatal Guidelines with Nicole Mazurkiewicz and Raphael Bender
ACSM's new pre and postnatal exercise guidelines just came out, and there are several substantial changes. We talk through them, the evidence behind each one, and what they mean for Pilates instructor...
13 Jul 20251h 5min
316. Why Simplicity Wins in the Studio, with Heath Lander and Raphael Bender
Raph and Heath share their journey from rigid STOTT Pilates rules to a science-backed, minimalist approach to teaching. Discover why doing less—fewer cues, less correction, and simpler programming—get...
6 Jul 202530min
315. Can Pilates Make You Stronger? with Heath Lander and Raphael Bender
In this episode, Raphael and Heath challenge the myth that Pilates doesn’t build strength. They break down the science of strength adaptations, clarify what “strength” really means, and explain how Pi...
29 Jun 202555min
314. From Zero to $30k/Month in 5 Months – Brian’s Story, with Brian Darsie and Raphael Bender
Five months ago, Brian Darsie opened the doors to his Pilates studio. He had never taught a group Pilates class outside his certification course. Since then, he’s taken a two-week holiday, and last mo...
22 Jun 20252h 35min
313. ‘True Strength Comes From Control’ — Really? with Heath Lander and Raphael Bender
You’ve heard it a thousand times: strength comes from control. But what if that’s only half true? In this episode, we challenge the dogma, unpack the nuance, and explore where real strength actually c...
15 Jun 202556min
312. Change Is Good – If You Do It Right, with Natalie Wilson and Raphael Bender
Natalie shares how she navigated fear, self-doubt, and career pivots—and what made the difference. If you’re thinking about change, this is how to do it right. And some pitfalls to avoid!Connect with ...
8 Jun 20251h 4min
311. Do it scared, with Natalie Wilson and Raphael Bender
In this episode, Raphael talks with Natalie—a Pilates instructor who faced her fears, took imperfect action, and built a new life teaching Pilates.They explore:Why waiting to feel “ready” holds so man...
1 Jun 202543min
310. Strengthening: Simpler (but not easier) than you think, with Nicole Mazurkiewicz and Raphael Bender
In this episode, Raphael and Nicole cut through the noise around strength training—and explain why it’s way simpler than most Pilates instructors think.They break down:Why you don’t need to chase “th...
25 Mai 20251h 6min
