Great workout, and wonderfully paced.  Thank you for the work, the detailed explanations and comments on good form.  Couldn't see springs and didn't  know for a few of the movements, but it was very good.

Nik C Great question Nik! I'm intending that cue to be a way of reminding us to connect with our deep abdominals before moving. Creating a stable and strong foundation. This way we can be safe and centered, allowing the rest of the body to move freely and efficiently. More specifically by drawing the navel inwards and upwards we can engage the TVA, multifidus,  pelvic floor, diaphragm etc to increase intra-abdominal pressure and stabilize the spine. So, in practice, by 'connecting to the core' before we move makes for a safer and stronger Pilates practice. I hope that helps answer your question, but please do let me know if there are other cues that I can help clear up, as I really want these workouts to work for as many as possible. 🤙

Alicia M Thanks for joining the workout with me. I'm sure your form will improve every time! Great work!

Thank you for a great class. I was able to really connect with my center. Love your teaching style Jamie!

Karin P Thanks for joining the class and awesome to hear you connected with your center 👊 

thank you so much for this powerful class! made me focus on moving very exact ! good cues! i will teach a similair class to my clients tomorrow! 

Thanks, Jamie! This was awesome. I love the spin on Elephant.

athletic, very nice, I love it! thank you!

Tom C Sorry if I missed this comment. Thank you for joining this class. Hey, if you have any questions about springs etc for any exercise, just ask away, I'll promise to do better with replying next time. 🤙

Elke R Thanks for taking the class with me. How did your students like it?