Pilates Exchange

Pilates, Matcha, and the Reformer Boom: Where Is the Industry Headed?

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Send us Fan Mail Pilates is everywhere right now. From luxury studios and gym floors to social media trends, celebrity endorsements, and wellness influencers, the method has experienced a level of popularity that few could have predicted even a decade ago. But is this growth entirely positive? In this episode of The Pilates Exchange, Hannah and Christian take a candid look at the current Pilates landscape, discussing what excites them, what concerns them, and where they believe the industry m...

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