Michela Pilates

A connected Pilates flow doesn’t happen by accident.

Behind every transition, there’s a reason:
where the body is going, how the weight shifts, what can stay connected, and how one movement can naturally lead into the next.

I love playing with props because they can completely change the challenge, without interrupting the flow.

The goal isn’t to fit as many exercises as possible into one sequence.

It’s to make every movement make sense.

Because when the transitions are well thought out, the body keeps moving, the mind stays engaged, and the whole sequence feels like one continuous conversation. ✨

That’s the kind of Pilates I love to teach. 😍

I swear I’m a teacher who actually plans her classes. 😂

I think about the flow, the muscle groups, the intensity, the transitions, the active recovery, the rest periods…
Basically, I try to make sure everyone gets a good workout without suffering unnecessarily. 😇

And then I start teaching…

The energy kicks in, I get carried away and suddenly I’m like:
“Wait… I have an idea.” 😂

So yes, there’s a plan.
But apparently, the plan is just the beginning. 😏

And when you start thinking things are getting a little too easy…
that’s just the warm-up before the real work begins. 😂

Nobody said Pilates had to be boring. 😈

A little glimpse into my full body Pilates class. 🔥

Combining stability, strength and balance to make simple movements a whole lot harder.

From a side-kneeling leg lift to a standing hinge with dumbbells, your core has to stay switched on while your glutes, legs, shoulders and upper body work together.

The key is not to rush it.
Keep the pelvis controlled, stay long through the spine and resist any unnecessary movement.

Because when you take away stability, your body has to create it. 💪

Would you try this combo? 👀

Adding the ball to a classic glute bridge changes everything. 🟠

Rolling the ball between your feet creates instability, forcing your core to work harder to keep the pelvis lifted and controlled.

The challenge? Move only the leg, not the waist. Keep the pelvis stable and avoid twisting or shifting from side to side.

Then we take it straight into the lower abs 🔥
Legs extended, ball under the sacrum, and the goal is to stay completely stable and engaged. Any weight shift… and you’re off the ball! 😅

Sometimes, less stability means more control, more core engagement and more work. 💪

Who said Pilates principles only belong on the mat? 😉

A simple standing flow using a small ball to challenge posture, core control, balance and leg strength.

Keep your spine long, shoulders active and centre engaged — then let the legs do the work. 🔥

Simple moves. Strong posture. Full-body work.

One move. Full-body burn. 🔥

Pilates Flow with Magic Circle between the knees, heels elevated on a yoga block + weights in the hands.
Inner thighs, glutes, core, arms… everything is working. 🥵

Controlled movement. Deep core. No momentum.
That Pilates burn hits different.

Would you try this flow? 👀

PILATES BALL SERIES 🎾

A small ball. A big challenge.

This flow targets your obliques, outer thighs & glutes while challenging your balance and core control.

The ball creates just enough instability to make these classic Pilates movements feel completely different.

Save this one for your next Pilates session. 🤍

Try THIS with your Pilates Circle 🔥

One simple, original setup.
Your arms, shoulders, core & posture will feel it.

Kneeling, hinge slightly forward from the hips and place the Circle between your elbows and upper back.

Now think:

✨ Squeeze the Circle gently with your elbows
✨ Keep your shoulder blades stable and anchored
✨ Engage your core to support the forward position
✨ Keep your chest open and your torso lifted
✨ Grow taller through the crown of your head
✨ Create length through your spine while maintaining control

🔥 You’re working your triceps, shoulders, upper back, deep core and postural muscles 💪 all at once.

The goal isn’t to squeeze as hard as you can.

It’s about creating tension + control + length at the same time.

Small movement.
BIG work. 🔥

Save this one and try it in your next Pilates session!

Where do you feel it most: arms, shoulders or abs? 👀

🟠 Standing Ball Pilates Flow

Looks like fun… right? 😏🟠
But don’t be fooled. 🔥

We start in a semi-squat … and we stay there.
Legs bent, thighs engaged, glutes working… all while keeping the lower body strong and stable. 💪

Then comes the fun part. 🟠✨

We let the imagination take over and play with the ball while challenging the upper body: rotations, side bends, arm movements and more.

All while keeping the spine long, the posture aligned, the core engaged and every movement controlled.
Pilates principles, but with a little more flow. 🧘‍♀️

And after 10 minutes of burning legs…
we add lunges + balance work. 😅🔥⚖️

Because balancing on tired legs?
Way harder than it looks. 🫠

So yes, we played with a ball. 🟠
We laughed. We moved. We had fun.

But we definitely worked. A LOT. 🔥💪

Would you try this Standing Ball Flow? 👀

No gym.
No fancy equipment.
No mat.
No excuses.

Just the Italian mountains, my bodyweight, and a little creativity. 🇮🇹

One month of vacation doesn’t mean one month without moving.

I’m not chasing performance on vacation.
I’m simply maintaining what I’ve built all year.

Consistency beats perfection. Every single time. 🤍

Do you keep training on vacation? 👇
✅ Yes, always!
🏖️ No, I take a complete break.