Russ, Would doing your longer Pilates class help towards lowering cholesterol? I know that diet is important, too. I am a little over on my numbers, but my HDL level is good. I know this isn't cardio but as opposed to sitting would a longer Pilates session help with this? Thanks & hope you've been doing well.

Hi @Russ Walker, when doing the sessions I just don't know how you can talk all the way through and not be out of breath! I get out of breath just listening to you! 😁

Hi @Russ Walker, when doing a hamstring stretch is it bad to feel the stretch at the back of your knee? Was watching a YouTube video saying it was bad to feel stretch behind knee. By the way I like how your studio is coming along, though is has been puzzling me as to why you placed in the centre of your garden rather than to one side. One other question, when keeping my back straight what prevents me from bending more than 90% at the hips? For example, sitting on floor with legs out straight, back upright and trying to reach forwards towards feet with back straight.

@Russ Walker or anyone. Wondering what your thoughts are on 'contract-relax' stretching? Or can be been called 'PNF'. Do you think it is more effective than static stretching?

Hi Everyone just joined the group Currently Recovering from a disc issue Had quick look at exercises last night Looking forward to starting these