John Riccitiello & Elizabeth Osterman ~ New owners, Gratz Pilates

Send us a textAs we close Season Six, I think we can all agree we learned a lot from our guests and they seemed to have a good time sharing their expertise with us. I know we all thank them and I in particular thank them for allowing me to interview them and pick their brains! I look forward to sharing more guests with you in Season Seven. Until then, be true to yourself and whenever you can, keep doing the Work, because as we all know, the Work works if you work it!Happy Holidays All! And remember to visit my new podcast website: allthingspilatespodcast.comAbout Darien Gold ~ https://www.dariengold.com, https://www.allthingspilatespodcast.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/darien_gold_pilates_expertFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/dariengoldMusic credits ~ Instagram: @theotherjohnmayer Support the show

Send us a textNeed a break from running your Pilates studio? Need some ME time? Well, this episode will have your eyes rolling around in their sockets! On this last interview of Season 6, Lynn Grandjean our guest, whets our appetites as she describes her upcoming Pilates retreat designed solely for studio owners. Lynn is a Pilates studio owner and business coach located in Geneva, Switzerland and gives us the inside scoop on what eight very special attendees will experience high up in the Alps!About Darien Gold ~ https://www.dariengold.com, https://www.allthingspilatespodcast.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/darien_gold_pilates_expertFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/dariengoldMusic credits ~ Instagram: @theotherjohnmayer To contact Lynn Grandjean ~ [email protected] the show

Send us a textEver feel like your body just needs a pair of experienced hands to massage your muscles and soften all of that tight fascia you carry around? Allison, a massage therapist, massage educator and entrepreneur shares valuable insights about how to care for our body and soul. She'll share her thoughts about the importance of massage to help keep our muscles malleable and supple so we can keep practicing Contrology with confidence.About Darien Gold ~ https://www.dariengold.com, https://www.allthingspilatespodcast.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/darien_gold_pilates_expertFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/dariengoldMusic credits ~ Instagram: @theotherjohnmayer About Allison Deeney ~ https://www.rebelmassage.com, [email protected] the show

Send us a textHow does this mission statement sound? “We aim to build and grow communication, opportunity, and support through continued education, business resources, and industry talks.” It almost sounds like a fortune 500 company, but it’s not. It’s the growing influence of the Pilates Global Organization co-founded by my guest today, Adrianne Yurgosky. Adrianne also helped to form the Global Pilates Association, with both of these entities having a sole purpose: To bring Pilates leaders, teachers and the various approaches of Joe’s Method under one gigantic umbrella. About Darien Gold ~ https://www.dariengold.com, https://www.allthingspilatespodcast.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/darien_gold_pilates_expertFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/dariengoldMusic credits ~ Instagram: @theotherjohnmayer About Adrianne Yurgosky ~ https://www.westsidepilatesnyc.comhttps://www.globalpilatesorganization.com/Support the show

Send us a textJoining me today to talk about the exercise cornerstone called Footwork is my friend and colleague, Susannah Cotrone, co-owner of Cotrone Pilates in Los Angeles who has her own take on the power of Footwork. When I was going through the certification program with Romana Kryzanowska in 1994, she told us that the Reformer workout always began with Footwork because Joe, while developing his method, created Footwork to help straighten his bowed legs. But he had other ideas as to how Footwork would be beneficial for the body. As we know, he was interested in the body’s full transformation and the Chinese Healing Arts came into play. It’s reported that Joe’s intention of infusing reflexology into the Footwork exercises meant that by massaging the various points in the feet, the internal organs would be stimulated. Additionally, Romana’s view of Footwork was that we could find it throughout the system, no matter which apparatus. About Darien Gold ~ https://www.dariengold.com, https://www.allthingspilatespodcast.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/darien_gold_pilates_expertFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/dariengoldMusic credits ~ Instagram: @theotherjohnmayer About Susannah Cotrone ~ https://cotronefitness.com/Support the show

Send us a textLet’s face it, though gravity keeps us grounded it also pulls us down, from boobs to butts to bellies… If gravity were a person, you wouldn’t bring it home for Christmas. On the contrary, the Pilates Method is not only invited for a visit, it usually is asked to stay forever. As we age, this Method can be with us, cheering us on and helping to keep our fire lit. Susan Temkin, a Pilates student with fire to spare, is here to talk about her experience as a spirited senior living and thriving with Contrology. About Darien Gold ~ https://www.dariengold.com, https://www.allthingspilatespodcast.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/darien_gold_pilates_expertFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/dariengoldMusic credits ~ Instagram: @theotherjohnmayer Support the show

Send us a textThe Pilates apparatus company, Gratz Industries, Inc., has 2 new co-owners. John Riccitiello & Elizabeth Osterman. Both classical Pilates lovers, John and Elizabeth have a combined skill set that this 100+ year artisan company has fully embraced. Now at the helm, this power couple has their sights on redefining the newly named, Gratz Pilates to its rightful place at the top of the classical Pilates apparatus industry.  About Darien Gold ~ https://www.dariengold.com, https://www.allthingspilatespodcast.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/darien_gold_pilates_expertFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/dariengoldMusic credits ~ Instagram: @theotherjohnmayer About Gratz Pilates ~ https://www.pilates-gratz.com, [email protected], [email protected] the show

Send us a textPerfection in life is a double edged sword. Perfection can lead to excellence and mastery, but it can also lead to obsession and anxiety. In the Pilates community, there is not only a hint of perfectionism but an element of performing, as if on a stage in front of an audience. Joan Blum, our guest, is a 25-year Pilates veteran and former professional dancer. I’ve asked Joan to share her thoughts about the need to be perfect and the need to perform which sadly is often encouraged in different sectors of the Pilates industry. This episode touches on First Generation Pilates teacher, Jay Grimes who recently passed away and who contributed so much in helping to maintain the Contrology system. About Darien Gold ~ https://www.dariengold.com, https://www.allthingspilatespodcast.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/darien_gold_pilates_expertFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/dariengoldMusic credits ~ Instagram: @theotherjohnmayer About Joan Blum ~ https://www.instagram.com/joanieblumstagramSupport the show

Send us a textOne of the most well received episodes from last season was with John Vignola and if you haven’t heard his first interview, briefly, he spoke about his journey from a severe back injury in the 1990’s to taking a chance with the Pilates Method. He saw many specialists who helped a little or not at all. Then with a few little nudges from me, his SIL (sister in law) he discovered the power of the Method and how it helped him become pain-free. Today, he’s back to talk about his full recovery! And I'd like to add, it's not just because JV is family, his message to all of us is a powerful reminder about committing to our health. Here's to your health!About Darien Gold ~ https://www.dariengold.com, https://www.allthingspilatespodcast.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/darien_gold_pilates_expertFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/dariengoldMusic credits ~ Instagram: @theotherjohnmayer Support the show

Send us a textKathy Grant, a student of Joe Pilates brought so much to the Contrology table. Her inherent love of dance sparkled through even when teaching the mat exercises. She understood the importance of moving with rhythm without controlling the outcome. Please join me as All Things Pilates welcomes Blossom Leilani Crawford, a student of and confidant to Kathy Grant. Blossom is widely known in part because of her teaching online at Pilatesology and Pilates Anytime.About Darien Gold ~ https://www.dariengold.com, https://www.allthingspilatespodcast.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/darien_gold_pilates_expertFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/dariengoldMusic credits ~ Instagram: @theotherjohnmayer About Blossom Leilani Crawford ~ https://www.bridgepilates.com https://blossompilates.comSupport the show