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Exercise Spotlight: The Benefits of Side-Lying

March 7, 2023When it comes to Pilates exercises, side-lying is a bit of a secret weapon. There’s a common misconception that side-lying...
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Planks and Pilates: Why We Love What Planks Can Do For Your Body

February 27, 2023Planks can sometimes inspire a love-hate relationship. Holding a plank for a full minute can be intimidating for beginners, let...
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Why So Many Athletes Love Pilates

February 27, 2023When Joseph Pilates created Contrology - what would eventually become Pilates - he developed his program for male wrestlers and...

5 Reasons Why Pilates is Great for Dancers

February 27, 2023There’s a reason dancers have gravitated towards Pilates since its first studio opened in New York City. Pilates is the...
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Pilates and Knee Pain: How to Prevent and Minimize Knee Pain

February 27, 2023Many of our clients find us because an injury or ailment keeps them from doing the things they love, whether...
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How the Jump Board Can Add Fun Cardio to your Pilates Routine!

December 15, 2022When you think of Pilates, you don’t typically think of cardio. Which is fair enough! In general, Pilates is a...
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How Pilates Can Support Your Changing Body Throughout Pregnancy

December 8, 2022Pregnancy is a lot - your whole body changes dramatically over the course of nine months in preparation to bring...
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The RTR Pilates Story: An Accidental Expansion
by Reina Offutt

December 8, 2022RTR Pilates started as a single location in 2006 in the Potomac area of Washington, D.C. After 6 years, I...

Pilates for Neck Pain: Exercises that Support and Protect the Spine

December 8, 2022Neck pain is a common issue that can stem from any number of causes. From sleep, stress, or posture, there...

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