bWell Pilates Blog | b-WellPilates

Men’s Pilates: Stronger, More Mobile, Pain-Free

3 Things Every Man Over 40 Should Know About His Health Turning 40 can be a bit of a reality check. You’re still young enough to be active, competitive, and

Raquel Mendez August 21, 2025

Reformer Pilates Benefits for Hip Arthritis

Life-Changing Benefits of Reformer Pilates for Hip Arthritis Reformer Pilates benefits for arthritis, especially hip arthritis, include low-impact, controlled resistance exercises that improve joint mobility, strength, and flexibility Here are some

Raquel Mendez November 5, 2024

Time to Reset and Relax Sun 14/11

Time to Reset and Relax Sun 14/11 We are all hearing about the impact of post-pandemic in our bodies, minds and lives and I have personally never seen so many cases

Raquel Mendez October 8, 2021

Menopause or Perimenopause?

‘A shift to healthier choices in our 30s can make a beautiful difference’ A friend who runs her own pilates studio asked me if I wanted to write a blog for

Raquel Mendez July 8, 2021

Pilates break in Balbriggan beach

Even if you love your job (as I do) who doesn’t like a little break? While the studio is closed I’m only teaching online classes and it can feel sometimes

Raquel Mendez April 22, 2021

Midlife women and wellbeing

Midlife women and wellbeing Most women start noticing the early signs of perimenopause (the period preceding menopause) during their 40s. Yes, menopause is a process that last several years and

Raquel Mendez April 12, 2021

My Reformer Pilates Studio (A Dream Coming through) (March, 5th 2021)

My Reformer Pilates Studio (A Dream Coming through) (March, 5th 2021) About a year ago, this month, I finally moved the Pilates machines, foam rollers and all the Pilates toys

Raquel Mendez April 1, 2021

Practicing Pilates outside can increase energy levels and help you stay fit.

Practicing Pilates outside can increase energy levels and help you stay fit. Who doesn’t like a bit of sunshine and fresh air? This Sunday it goes a glorious one in

Raquel Mendez March 29, 2021

Pilates is for Life