The Ab Prep, as taught by Caroline Berger of Fémynie, is a foundational STOTT PILATES® exercise that activates deep core muscles while respecting spinal alignment. Practiced with subtlety and precision, it engages the transverse abdominis and pelvic floor, creating internal stability without overloading the neck or lower back. Caroline emphasizes breath, intention, and body awareness, making the Ab Prep a key entry point into conscious movement. Adaptable and powerful, it is the root of safe, effective core training. 🤩 Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

This source features an interview with Gandour, an athlete who discusses his recent injury and the experience of forced rest. Gandour shares how a persistent pain forced him to stop and truly listen to his body. He describes the attentive care he received, including veterinary treatment and an osteopathy session, highlighting the importance of slowing down and paying attention. At first, Gandour associated rest with weakness, but he later realized it was a time for regeneration and awareness. He learned that the body communicates its limits and that true care goes beyond performance. In conclusion, Gandour encourages anyone going through a period of forced rest to listen to and support their body, because healing can lead to greater strength in the long run. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

💪 Pilates for Sarcopenia: Preserving Muscle and Independence This interview with the founder of Studio Biopilates Paris explores sarcopenia—a loss of muscle mass and strength related to aging—and highlights the benefits of the PILATES method adapted for seniors. This gentle and progressive approach strengthens deep muscles and improves balance and mobility, thereby helping to prevent falls and maintain autonomy. The interview also emphasizes the importance of a holistic approach, including nutrition, and the potential of Pilates as a preventive tool for healthy aging. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

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Caroline Berger de Fémynie, functional movement specialist and certified Stott Pilates instructor, explores the pedagogical challenges of teaching prone exercises inspired by the Breaststroke. Maintaining a neutral pelvis is the central difficulty, as gravity favors anterior tilt, which leads to lumbar arching if deep stabilizing muscles are not activated. Students often struggle to coordinate breath, thoracic extension, and core stability without direct visual feedback. Berger emphasizes progressive sequences targeting thoracic extension, scapular retraction, and posterior chain engagement, especially the legs, to protect the lower back. She incorporates teaching tools such as props, imagery, and modifications to support learning this complex yet foundational movement for body awareness and movement quality. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

🎙️ Le Deep Dive de Biopilates – Épisode spécial : La Préparation à la Brasse Dans cet épisode, Caroline Berger de Fémynie, fondatrice du Studio Biopilates Paris et formatrice STOTT PILATES®, explore en profondeur l’un des exercices les plus subtils et puissants du répertoire Pilates : la Préparation à la Brasse en décubitus ventral. Souvent sous-estimé, cet exercice mobilise toute la chaîne postérieure, de la nuque aux orteils, et met au défi la stabilité du bassin, l’extension thoracique et la coordination respiratoire. Caroline partage les clés pédagogiques pour enseigner cet exercice avec justesse, les erreurs fréquentes à éviter, et pourquoi il est si précieux dans un parcours de rééducation, de performance ou d’enseignement. 💡 Un épisode indispensable pour les instructeurs en formation, les pratiquants avancés, et tous ceux qui veulent comprendre ce que "stabilité globale" veut vraiment dire. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Caroline Berger de Fémynie from Studio Biopilates Paris highlights the fundamental importance of the Abdominal Preparation (Ab Prep) exercise in her Stott Pilates teaching. She explains that the Ab Prep is much more than a simple abdominal exercise; it is an essential foundation for posture, body awareness, and learning the Pilates method. Adaptable to all levels, it also prepares for more advanced movements. Berger emphasizes the physical and mental benefits of this exercise and its central role in Pilates instructor training at Biopilates Paris. For her, the Ab Prep represents a perfect balance between stability and movement, reflecting her demanding yet compassionate approach to teaching. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

🎧 Dans cet épisode du Deep Dive de Biopilates, Caroline Berger de Fémynie explore la Préparation Abdominale comme fondement essentiel de la méthode Pilates. Elle met en lumière son rôle dans la respiration, l’alignement et la stabilisation du tronc. Adapté à tous les niveaux, cet exercice devient un outil puissant de transformation posturale. Présent dans toutes les formations du Studio Biopilates Paris, il prépare les élèves aux mouvements plus complexes. Caroline rappelle que la justesse prime sur la hauteur, et que la Préparation Abdominale incarne sa vision exigeante et bienveillante du Pilates. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

This audio source, an episode of a podcast titled "🎧 The Voice of Gandour," features an interview with Gandour, a former racehorse. In the episode, Gandour shares his transition from a life of intense competition to one centered around Pilates and dressage. He explains how, with the support of Caroline and a patient trainer, he discovered a “different kind of strength” through slow, mindful movement. Gandour describes his journey of reconnecting with his body and his new role as the mascot of Biopilates Paris, finding renewed purpose through conscious motion. His key message is that it’s possible to reinvent yourself and find strength in slowness. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

This interview features the testimony of Claire M., a 39-year-old human resources manager working in a large French company. She explains how her regular Pilates practice—particularly the STOTT PILATES® method at Studio Biopilates Paris—has significantly improved her physical posture and ability to manage professional stress. Claire describes how Pilates helped relieve her lower back pain, regain flexibility, and maintain calm and mental clarity in the face of the emotional demands of her role. She strongly recommends this practice to other HR professionals for its physical and mental benefits, emphasizing its positive impact on her ability to cope with a demanding and emotionally challenging workload. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.