Pilates Exchange
The Pilates Exchange is a podcast for movement teachers and studio owners who want to build sustainable, thoughtful careers in the wellness industry.
Through honest conversations, solo reflections, and expert interviews, we explore teaching, leadership, business, and the human side of movement—grounded in evidence-based practice and real-world experience. We talk about what’s working, what’s broken, and what needs to change in Pilates and fitness, without hype or dogma.
This podcast is a space to think more deeply, ask better questions, and grow with intention—so we can support our clients, our communities, and ourselves for the long term.
Exchanging ideas and changing lives, one session at a time.
Episodes
77 episodes
Part 1: Who Should Be Teaching Pilates Teachers?
Part 1: Who Should Be Teaching Pilates Teachers?A Conversation About Standards, Experience, and Responsibility in Pilates EducationThe Pilates industry is growing — and with that growth comes an important question:Who is qua...
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Season 4
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Episode 11
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37:46
What Great Teachers Do Differently: 5 Shifts That Make a Difference
What actually makes a great Pilates class?In this solo episode of The Pilates Exchange, Hannah shares a different way of thinking about teaching — one that moves beyond doing more, saying more, or knowing more.Because the...
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Season 4
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Episode 10
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17:48
Back in the Studio: Fear, Imposter Syndrome, and Returning to Teaching
Returning to teaching after a serious illness is not just a physical process. It is also emotional, psychological, and deeply personal.In this episode of The Pilates Exchange, Hannah and Christian reflect on what it was really l...
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Season 4
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Episode 9
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33:17
Women’s Bodies Are Not Neutral: Power, Autonomy, and Movement Spaces
In this episode of The Pilates Exchange, Hannah sits down with terrorism scholar Gülden Hennemann for a thoughtful conversation about how women’s bodies have historically been used as sites of power, symbolism, and control.Across culture...
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Season 4
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Episode 8
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53:08
Cancer-Free Is Not the End of the Story: Returning to Teaching and Studio Life
Being declared cancer-free is a milestone. But it is not the end of the story.In this episode of The Pilates Exchange, Christian shares what it really looks like to return to teaching and studio ownership after cancer. This is n...
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Season 4
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Episode 7
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44:55
Software as a Partner: How to Choose a CRM for Your Pilates Studio
Choosing software for your Pilates studio can feel overwhelming — especially if you’re early in your business and trying to make thoughtful decisions without wasting time or money.In this episode of The Pilates Exchange, we expl...
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Season 4
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Episode 6
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34:26
Zen, Hustle Culture, and the Illusion of Being Behind
This episode is for movement teachers, studio owners, and students who have come back after injury, illness, burnout, or a forced pause — and quietly wondered why they don’t fit the same way anymore.It’s for anyone who feels the pressure...
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Season 4
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Episode 5
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29:44
Supporting Through Illness: Care, Boundaries, and Staying Human
Supporting Through Illness: Care, Boundaries, and Staying HumanWhen illness enters your life or your work, support can become complicated — especially in spaces built on care, connection, and showing up for others.In this e...
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Season 4
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Episode 4
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1:14:32
Systems, Safety Nets, and What Holds You When Life Breaks Open
Systems, Safety Nets, and What Holds You When Life Breaks OpenWhen life doesn’t go according to plan, what actually holds your business, your team, and your community together?In this episode of The Pilates Exchange
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Season 4
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Episode 3
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49:00
Teaching, Training, and Living With Cancer (Part 1)
🎙️ Teaching, Training, and Living With Cancer — Part 1In this episode of The Pilates Exchange, Christian shares the beginning of his experience living with cancer and how it reshaped his relationship with his body, his wo...
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Season 4
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Episode 2
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24:09
Lessons From Our Crisis and Studio’s Relaunch
How to Know When It’s Time to Pivot: Lessons From Our Crisis and Studio’s RelaunchA framework for teachers and studio owners to reassess, realign, and rebuild with clarity.Every movement professional reaches a mome...
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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23:58
Hip Replacements & Movement Careers: What I Wish I Knew Before Surgery
This episode is for anyone navigating the world of hip replacements—whether you’re a movement teacher facing surgery, a curious student, or a trainer working with post-op clients.I share my own journey from hip arthroscopy to anterior hi...
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Episode 66
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43:47
What’s the difference between delivering a class and truly transforming someone’s experience through movement?
In this episode of The Pilates Exchange, Hannah explores the subtle (but powerful) shift from class leader to coach—and why it matters more than ever in today’s wellness world.You’ll learn how to deepen your connection with c...
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Episode 65
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13:37
Permission to Be Enough: The Anti-Perfectionist Path to Great Teaching
Perfectionism is sneaky. It whispers that we’re not ready, not enough, not doing it right. But what if the pressure to be perfect is actually holding you back from being a truly powerful teacher?In this episode, Hannah explores how perfecti...
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Episode 64
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16:26
The Burnout Spiral: How to Spot It and What to Do About It
Burnout doesn’t always show up in a blaze—it often sneaks in quietly, disguised as “just a busy week.” In this episode of The Pilates Exchange, Hannah opens up about how burnout affects movement professionals and studio owners, how to ...
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Episode 63
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30:12
The Art of Progress: Supporting Clients When They Feel Stuck
Feeling stuck isn’t failure—it’s feedback.In this solo episode, Hannah dives into the common (but often quiet) experience of plateaus in Pilates, barre, and movement practice—and what to do when your clients hit them.You’l...
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Episode 62
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14:28
🎙️ Teaching Beyond the Mat: Why Barre Training Might Be Your Next Best Move
If you’ve ever felt the pull toward something more—more creativity, more energy, more connection in your teaching—this episode is for you.In this follow-up to our popular episode on adding modalities to your Pilates business, we...
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Episode 61
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26:14
Is Pilates Enough? When and Why to Add a New Modality to Your Teaching
Is Pilates enough—or could adding another modality expand your impact, reignite your teaching, and support your clients more holistically?In this episode, Hannah dives into the pros and cons of supplementing your Pilates practice or stud...
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Episode 60
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47:15
Beyond the Workout: How Pilates Teachers Can Help Clients Thrive
As Pilates teachers, we do more than guide movement—we help our clients build healthier lifestyles that support longevity, vitality, and overall well-being. In this episode, we go beyond the workout to explore how Pilates teachers can integrate...
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Episode 59
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31:58
12 Pilates Myths – Separating Fact from Fiction
There are so many myths and misconceptions about Pilates that hold people back from experiencing its full benefits. Is Pilates just for flexibility? Do you need to be young, female, or a dancer to do it? Is Reformer Pilates the only "real" Pila...
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Episode 58
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23:47
March Matness: The Art of Growth and Self-Care in Pilates
In honor of March Matness, a global celebration of Pilates mat exercises, Hannah sits down with the inspiring Lesley Logan for a lively and thought-provoking conversation about Pilates, teaching, and self-care. Together, they explore t...
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Episode 57
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42:43
Celebrating a Decade of Movement and Growth
In this episode of The Pilates Exchange, Hannah reflects on the joyous celebration of her studio's 10-year anniversary in Nuremberg. She opens up about her personal struggles with social anxiety and how this event allowed her to feel d...
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Episode 56
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8:43
Share the Love: How Social Connections Boost Your Fitness and Health
In this episode of The Pilates Exchange, we dive into the power of social connections and how working out with others can transform your fitness journey. Whether it's exercising with a friend, loved one, or in a group class, social sup...
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Episode 55
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24:04
The Science of Building New Exercise Habits and a Healthy Lifestyle
Welcome to The Pilates Exchange! In this episode, we explore the fascinating science behind building new exercise habits and adopting a healthier lifestyle. We’ll break down the psychology of habit formation, discuss the role of dopami...
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Episode 54
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30:46
New Year, New Goals - Elevating Your Pilates Practice and Business
In this final episode of the year, host Hannah Teutscher dives into the art of setting meaningful New Year’s resolutions—both personal and professional—to support your growth as a Pilates instructor and beyond. From exploring new movement modal...
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Episode 53
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19:25