Back pain has become something many of us quietly medicate rather than solve. A couple of painkillers before a long flight. A heat pack at night. A promise to stretch tomorrow. Reliefcomes, but the problem stays. Medication masks the signal. It does not change the behaviour that created the pain in the first place. Movement, […]
Movement as Medicine: Classical Pilates Exercises for Back Pain Read More »
Let’s rewind to Hong Kong in 2005, when two very different movement stories collided and created something that would shape Asia’s wellness landscape for the next twenty years. Meet the foundersAnna Serafinas Luk arrived in Hong Kong after a luminous European ballet career. Trained at the Rambert School in London, later performing as a soloist
A Movement Match Made in Motion – How FLEX Studio Was Born: Anna & Heather’s Story Read More »
Flex – long known as the Home of Intelligent Fitness in Hong Kong – is dedicated to the teaching of Classical Pilates; exactly how Joseph Pilates himself wanted it to be taught.
Need Motivation? Here are the Top 10 Benefits of Classical Pilates Read More »
Here, three of those apprentices explain why they chose Classical Pilates, how the journey has shaped their minds and bodies, and helped them stay strong as they navigate the challenges of work and family life.
An Apprentice’s Journey – How I Came to Teach Classical Pilates Read More »
Iris Wong’s first love was the piano. Her second is Pilates. Both are a huge part of the Flex instructor’s life. When not teaching clients at Flex Singapore, she is teaching piano.
Pilates Saved My Back – and changed my career Read More »
It’s a time of celebration! The most wonderful time of the year, so the song goes. But it’s also when stress levels can explode, leading to illness and/or emotional issues.
Keep Your Cool this Yule
Heather’s Top Tips for A Healthy Holiday Season Read More »
Christmas is a great excuse to go glam, connect with friends and loved ones and show much we care. It’s also a time when we may feel run down and run off our feet.
Ready to Party?
How to Get Red Carpet Ready for the Holidays Read More »
Every year we face the same confusion. Do we buy something practical or merely beautiful? We may want to splash out, but aren’t sure if it’s what they’ll want, use, or wear. Perhaps we have a budget, but don’t want to appear to be scrimping.
The Ultimate Gift?
Show How Much You Care Read More »
A gift of love this holiday season. Wellness means many things: how we treat our body, including the food we eat, is an essential component of wellness and self love. This season we feature the Roasted Beet Salad recipe from Chef Fede Tiseyra of No Sleep Club.
Holiday Recipe: Roasted Beets Salad by Chef Fede Tiseyra Read More »
Flexibility and mobility are like best friends with distinct personalities. When they’re completely in sync, the body becomes stronger and more fluid in movement. Luckily, Pilates offers a unique complementary fusion of the two.
Why You Need Functional Flexibility Read More »
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