Posture isn’t just about sitting and standing up straight – it’s about how you move and feel in everything you do. It’s about sitting, standing and moving with confidence and ease, and without tightness and pain.
With modern habits like desk work and constant screen time, more and more people are reporting slouching, stiffness and discomfort – including those in their 20s and 30s. Poor posture can lead to tech neck, back pain, headaches, fatigue, and can even affect your breathing, digestion and skin complexion. But the good news? You can fix it, and Pilates is one of the best ways to do it!
Improve Your Posture is a 3-week challenge that will help you prioritise your posture and be more thoughtful in your movement patterns.
Each week of the challenge will include 3 x new classes that focus on improving your posture through core strengthening, aligning your spine, opening your chest and stretching your hips. Throughout the challenge, you will learn cues and reminders that you can take into everyday life – so you can beat the slouch off your mat too.
The flow-on effects of prioritising your posture are huge. And this 3-week challenge was born out of the desire to help you see the benefits of perfect posture for yourself!
The Workouts
The Improve Your Posture Challenge includes a 3-week calendar of classes that strengthen and stretch your spine and supporting muscle groups.
From Back Strength and Stretch, to Pilates for Posture and Happy Healthy Hips – old and new classes have been thoughtfully curated into a 3-week program to ensure you are getting the best possible results for your spine health and total wellbeing.
You can expect to:
- Relieve any tightness or pain you've been holding onto – including headaches and digestive discomfort
- Feel stronger in your core
- Feel more flexible in your spine
- Feel more mobile in your hips
- Feel and look taller
- Walk with extra height and confidence
- Bend down, move around and pick things up (toddlers, pets, groceries etc.) with ease
- Prioritise your posture going forward, in everything you do
How do I join?
Now you know what to expect from this challenge, it’s time to join!
The Improve Your Posture Challenge is available to all Pilates By Bel members. You can sign up to a Monthly or Annual Membership from anywhere in the world, including a 7-day free trial to get a taster of the classes.
Login to Studio.PilatesByBel.com to unlock all challenge workouts (plus many more!) in one convenient location. You can work through the Improve Your Posture Challenge at your own pace, however there is a recommended schedule you can follow to maximise the results.
What equipment do I need?
The Improve Your Posture Challenge is all about nailing down your spinal alignment in each and every exercise. To level up the benefits from this challenge, you may choose to include PBB Bands, PBB Weights and a Pilates ball throughout. These not only help you connect to different muscle groups with ease, but also intensify the burn!
As always, equipment is entirely optional and all workouts can be done bodyweight only.
What else is included in my membership?
Access to 200+ workouts for all levels and life stages.
New weekly classes and regular challenges to always keep you motivated and accountable.
Ongoing support from Annabel, Principal Pilates Instructor and Founder.
Access to my specialised prenatal + postnatal Pilates plans, designed by Annabel to provide safe, effective movement from conception through to postpartum and beyond.
How do I prepare for the Improve Your Posture Challenge?
Sign up to a Pilates By Bel membership here to start prepping for the challenge, which launches 3rd March 2025.
Start by creating a routine. Set aside time each day to move your body (ideally in the morning!). This is your own time to reset, connect to your body and feel amazing.
Create a calm and inviting space to move. Whether this is in your bedroom, the lounge room, your gym or outside, find a space you feel most comfortable. Roll out your mat and start moving.
Get Ready
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Have a question about the Improve Your Posture Challenge? Get in touch! Email me at hi@pilatesbybel.com.
