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▫️Feel Strong. Shine Bright. ✨🌞
▫️In-Person Mat Pilates by Poppy Mason
@poppymason15

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👋 HELLO! I’m Poppy, for those of you who don’t already know me, I thought I’d do a little intro post.

I am 32, based in Hemel Hempstead and live with my partner and our 3 year old son. We love being outdoors and it’s always go,go,go! As you can imagine we have a pretty busy lifestyle, but when I’m not running round after a small child I am usually doing something Pilates related. Whether it’s my own practice, teaching others, or getting stuck into some session planning ✍️

Teaching Pilates has been a dream of mine for a long time. My goal is to create an enjoyable, inclusive space for anyone who is interested in Pilates to get involved and really get the most out of it. I will work with you so you see your practice develop and progress, leaving each class feeling stronger and brighter! 🌞

I’m all about mind-body connection, that is why all of my classes have a short breathwork/relaxation section at the end. If you’re anything like me you find it hard to make time for mindfulness day to day, so this is the perfect excuse to take some down time and let go ✨

Anyway, if you’ve read all that fair play, hopefully I get to know you better and look forward to seeing you in class soon. I’ll be sharing class times and booking info soon, so keep your eyes peeled!

#pilates #pilatesclass #pilatesinstructor #pilatesteacher #wellness #mindfulness #pilatesbody #movementheals #workout #workoutmotivation #matpilates #hertfordshire #hemel #hemelhempstead #stalbans #berkhamsted #bedfordshire by @bodybrightpilates

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Benefits of Clam/Oyster 🦪

1. 🍑 Glute strength: a controlled way to contract the glutes and build strength in a sometimes weak area

2. 🦴 Hip joint stability: encourages better range of motion for the hip joint

3. 🍎 Engages your core: building abdominal strength and encourage better posture

4. ⛓️Promotes optimal hip, knee and foot alignment: helping you to avoid injuries and reduce pain when walking or running

5. ⚖️ Stabilizes the pelvis: specifically strengthens glute medius which help to support the pelvis

A super simple exercise that you can even do on the sofa, if you haven’t already, get this one in your routine 🙌

#Pilates #Matpilates #Mobility #Strength #Pilatesclass by @bodybrightpilates

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Reasons to love rocking knee hugs 👇

1. Gentle stretching for the lumbar spine (without forcing the body into any difficult positions, just lie down and enjoy)

2. Rocking motion soothes the mind and body (our nervous systems love gentle rhythm)

3. Massages/loosens the muscles of the lower back

4. Improves hip mobility through flexion without a heavy load

5. Can reduce tension and pain in the lower back and pelvis

Adding these into your day a few times a week (even on your bed) is a lovely simple way to calm the body, ease tension and improve mobility.

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#Pilates #matpilates #stretch #mobility #mindbody by @bodybrightpilates

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🌟 COMPETITION TIME 2026 🌟

It’s about time for this year’s competition!!

Prize = a 6 week block of classes worth £75!

How to enter =
- FOLLOW my page
- COMMENT ‘ENTER’
- SHARE to your story

It’s as simple as that ✨

Winner announced Friday 18th Sep 📢

Competition open to all, block to be commenced by the end of September.

I only do this once a year, so get your entries in!!

Good Luck!!!

#Pilates #MatPilates #HemelHempstead #CompetitionTime #Fitness by @bodybrightpilates

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In a world of extremes, Joseph’s philosophy of balance is one to hold onto 🌿

Have a beautiful weekend everyone 🌞

#wellness #pilates #josephpilates #matpilates #mindbodyspirit by @bodybrightpilates

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Lengthen through the spine though 🫶

#posture #pilates #pilatesclass #matpilates #hemelhempstead by @bodybrightpilates

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Just checking 🫶

#Pilates #Matpilates #Fitness #Wellness #Selfcare by @bodybrightpilates

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The last Sunrise Pilates of the season - let’s do this! 🌅

- Fri 14th Aug
- 7am - 7.45am
- Gadebridge area, Hemel Hempstead
- £9
- All equipment provided

Join me for for what is absolutely the best way to start your Friday! A full body mat Pilates class in the open air under mellow morning sunlight ☀️

Any questions send me a DM, booking and info in my bio 🔗

#matpilates #pilates #fitness #hemelhempstead #hertfordshire by @bodybrightpilates

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Little actions add up to big outcomes 💫

#mindfulness #pilates #pilatesclass #mindbodyspirit #wellness by @bodybrightpilates

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Another beautiful Sunrise Pilates Class🧘‍♀️

Thanks everyone for joining me, I absolutely love starting the weekend outdoors, on the mat with sunlight on my face - and I hope you did too ✨

Keep your eyes peeled for the next one - we’ll be back!

#Pilates #Pilatesclass #hemelhempstead #hertfordshire #Matpilates by @bodybrightpilates

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3 months ago

Let’s do it again 🧡

Morning movement in a beautiful outdoor space - SUNRISE PILATES is back!

Friday 31st July
7am - 7.45am
Gadebridge, Hemel Hempstead
£9
Booking link in bio 🧘‍♀️

#pilates #matpilates #hemelhempstead #sunrisepilates #hertfordshire by @bodybrightpilates

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3 months ago

Take the claw clip out. Repeat. Take the claw clip out. ❌

Even if my hair is a bird’s nest, I won’t drive with a claw clip in. Due to the position of the headrest behind, it forces the head forward, taking the cervical spine (neck) out of neutral alignment for the whole journey.

Why does this matter?
Over time, muscles adapt to the positions the body is frequently held in. In this scenario the head jutting forwards and often creating a bit of a neck hump.

So, take out the claw clip, let your head rest where it should, and then stick the clip back when you’re done driving 🚙 🫶

#posture #pilates #alignment #pilatesclass #hemelhempstead by @bodybrightpilates

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