Unlocking the Power of Pilates with Ben Rashleigh

Join host Kate Boyle on the Mind Movement Health Podcast as she welcomes a special guest, Ben Rashleigh, a seasoned Pilates and movement practitioner. Tune in to discover Ben's transformational journey from a bustling career as a chef to embracing the world of Pilates. Learn about the profound impact Pilates can have on functional mobility, joint health, and pain-free movement. Delve into vibrant discussions on the evolution of Pilates, movement techniques, client support, and finding the right instructor. Gain valuable insights from Ben, who now thrives at Align for Life Pilates in Melbourne and contributes to elite training teams, sharing his experiences and wisdom. This episode promises to motivate anyone keen on enhancing their Pilates practice or exploring mindful movement. Whether you're a long-time Pilates enthusiast or a curious newcomer, there's something insightful for every listener.   Connect with Ben Rashleigh : Ben is a Pilates and movement practitioner with a deep passion for functional mobility, joint health, and helping people move pain-free. With a background in fine dining—having worked as a chef across Australia and Europe—Ben’s personal journey through chronic back pain led him to discover the transformative power of the Pilates Method. Since 2012, he’s helped everyday people and elite athletes alike reclaim their strength, mobility, and confidence. Ben currently teaches at Aligned for Life Pilates in Melbourne, contributes to the health and conditioning team at Melbourne City FC, is a Faculty educator for National Pilates Training and develops and presents continuing education workshops nation-wide to the ever-growing Pilates and movement industry. He has also had the privilege of supporting athletes and performers from the Australian Ballet School, Jason Coleman's Ministry of Dance, NPL, VWFL, the Western Crusaders American Football Club, and the Australian Outback Women’s Gridiron team, among others. And considers it an honour to be part of their movement journeys. Ben brings a unique blend of lived experience, technical expertise, and practical insights, making movement feel accessible for everybody   Website: https://benjaminrashleigh.com/ https://www.alignedforlife.com.au/melbourne-cbd-pilates-studio/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alignedforlifepilates Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bjrashleigh_pilates_movement/ https://www.instagram.com/alignedforlifepilates Email: [email protected]   Want to strengthen your feet, improve your balance and minimise injuries of the foot, knee and hip? Then come join me for our online foot strength and mobility workshop, The Foot Fix. In this 90 minute online workshop, we’ll explore the biomechanics of the foot and apply this to exercises you can do to build strong, mobile feet whilst improving your posture and minimising injuries. Can't make it live? That's ok. All registered attendees will receive a replay within 24hrs of the workshop. Check it out and sign-up for the workshop here: https://mindmovementhealth.thrivecart.com/the-foot-fix-workshop/   Ready to escape to Serenity? Then come join our 2025 Pilates Retreat in Thailand! This retreat promises a full week of relaxation, exploration, and rejuvenation tailored for everyone. Get ready for daily Pilates, nourishing food, enriching activities, and meaningful connections with the beautiful backdrop of Thailand. Spaces are limited to only 16 participants so get in now and grab your spot on the link below: https://www.mindmovementhealth.com.au/thailand-retreat/   Connect with Kate: Website: MindMovementHealth.com.au Facebook: facebook.com/MindMovementHealth Instagram: instagram.com/MindMovementHealth Haven’t subscribed to the podcast yet? Be sure to subscribe and leave us a review at: Apple Podcasts