Beyond the Reformer
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Beyond the Reformer
Breaking Myths About Osteoporosis and Pilates With Gemma Pearson
Pilates has the power to transform lives especially when it comes to supporting women with osteoporosis.
In this episode of Beyond the Reformer, Nic sits down with Gemma Pearson, founder of Osteoporosis Pilates, to explore how movement can rebuild strength, confidence, and resilience in a population often overlooked by traditional fitness.
Gemma shares her journey from professional dancer to educator and how she discovered her niche in bone health.
They discuss the myths and fear-based messaging around osteoporosis, offering Pilates teachers practical strategies for adapting movement safely and effectively.
Whether you are a Pilates teacher wanting to upskill, a studio owner looking to better serve your clients, or simply curious about how movement impacts bone density and wellbeing, this conversation is packed with insights that you can take away.
Timestamps
00:00 Introduction to Gemma Pearson
02:26 Realising the need for osteoporosis Pilates
04:19 Why teachers are nervous about this population
05:43 Gemma’s journey with Pilates
13:25 Strategies for teaching clients with osteoporosis
17:34 Adapting Pilates for special populations
25:40 Communicating effectively with clients
29:50 Building an online presence with purpose
30:09 The role of evidence-based practice
32:32 Moving from studio to online teaching
33:32 Creating community in the online space
34:59 Keeping clients engaged and empowered
41:30 Marketing strategies and client acquisition
50:31 Collaborations with medical professionals
53:28 Future goals and teacher training plans
56:56 Quick-fire questions
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