In a culture obsessed with “good” and “bad” Pilates, we’ve confused aesthetics with safety. This piece unpacks the posture myth, the limits of alignment policing, and why strength, range and nervous system regulation matter more than perfect form.

KISS stands for Keep It Simple, Sustainable. In this journal piece, Bessie Refalo explores why simplicity does not mean easy, how ritual movement mirrors the intimacy of a kiss, and why sustainable movement practices create lasting change in the body and in daily life

Practising and teaching are not the same thing. This essay explores the gap many movement teachers experience after qualification, and why working with real bodies requires translation, restraint, and responsibility, not performance.

An honest look at the five mistakes most new movement teachers make, from undercharging and overcomplicating to ignoring the business side of teaching. A grounded guide to building confidence, standards, and longevity in Pilates and yoga.