Reformer Equipment Safety

Reformer Equipment Safety

BANG!!! CRASH!!! These are sounds we never want to hear, especially when teaching IM=X® Pilates. On occasion, we’ve all heard the bang of the metal as a foot bar that wasn’t properly inserted goes all the way in after someone puts pressure on it, or the crash of the...
Oxygen and Exercise

Oxygen and Exercise

As human beings, we all know about the importance of oxygen. As fitness professionals, we spend a good deal of time with our clients reminding them when and how to breathe. There are many different breathing techniques and patterns, and that can get confusing. When do...
Forced Exhalation Breathing and Exercise

Forced Exhalation Breathing and Exercise

What is the purpose of Forced Exhalation Breathing, and why should I teach it? Teaching clients to use a Forced Exhalation breath during class can be one of the most challenging parts of teaching the Integrated Movement Xercize formula (IM=X®). Teachers often sound...
IM=X® Pilates for Dancers

IM=X® Pilates for Dancers

The Founder of IM=X® Pialtes, Elyse McNergney, is a former dancer and choreographer. While she designed IM=X® to be accessible to all audiences, there are several benefits that dancers in particular can receive from this program. Whether you are a professional dancer,...
IM=X® Pilates for Runners

IM=X® Pilates for Runners

Whether you are training for a marathon, or want to run your first 5k, complementing your training with IM=X® Pilates can benefit you and make your running experience healthier and more enjoyable. According to one of our IM=X® Pilates NYC regulars, the differences are...