Best Claire Sparrow Amp Sophie Rugg Podcasts (2025)

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46. I Teach People Not Pilates 29:46

17d ago29:46

29:46

In this episode Claire and Sophie talk about how they prepare to teach and coach, how they tune into each class or person they are supporting and how they hold space for themselves.

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45. Pilates is for Life 21:28

3M ago21:28

21:28

45. 44. Pilates is for life Claire and Sophie discuss what the benefits of Pilates are and why we should start it young, if we can, and keep a regular practice for life.

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44. Coaching for Life & Pilates 23:37

3M ago23:37

23:37

44. What coaching did for me Sophie, a recently trained Coach, chats to Claire about her approach while Claire recounts her experiences as both a coach and a coachee and how this has impacted her approach to Pilates.

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43. Pelvic Floor Relaxation & Empowerment Mediation 13:52

5M ago13:52

13:52

This is 10-minute guided meditation tailored to the needs of women in my Whole Body Pelvic Health membership. I am sharing it with you because as listeners of the podcast many of you will be looking for ways to relax and take back control of your pelvic floor. This meditation focuses on relaxing the pelvic floor, fostering positivity, and empowerin…

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42. The Power of Imagery in Pilates & Life 25:34

7M ago25:34

25:34

In this episode we discuss images and saying that help us make the most out of our Pilates practice and our life. We also remind you that we don't do Pilates to get good at Pilates, it really is about how it helps us live a great life. Here is a link to the Whole Body Pelvic Health website where you will find a series of blog posts on the changing …

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41. HOPE For Your Pelvic Floor - Celebrating One Year of Hope 38:08

7M ago38:08

38:08

In this solo episode I share with you the behind the scenes of writing HOPE For Your Pelvic Floor and share a short extract of the book. I also share about my experience becoming a Second Generation Teacher under the mentorship of the amazing Lolita San Miguel. Claire x Resources: BUY HOPE For Your Pelvic Floor Receive a FREE Pelvic Floor Exercises…

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40. Pilates is a profession 24:02

8M ago24:02

24:02

In this episode Sophie asks Claire about the different types of training available to become a Pilates teacher and what you might expect and what you should look out for. It is a no filter evaluation from Claire's 20 plus years of experience in as she explains the "profession" of Pilates.

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39. Sharing Your Goals 25:44

10M ago25:44

25:44

In this episode, we share how important it is to share your goals and invite your loved ones and those important people in your life along with you on the journey to achieving your dreams.

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38. Building better habits 22:53

11M ago22:53

22:53

Claire and Sophie share their top tips and experiences of creating and sustaining habits. And also confess to a few ‘bad’ habits!

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37. HOPE For Your Pelvic Floor: the book 22:05

11M ago22:05

22:05

Did you know Claire is the author of best selling book ‘HOPE for your Pelvic Floor’? Listen to Claire and Sophie as they discuss what Claire’s learnt from writing the book and what we can all learn from reading it. Grab your own copy of the book here HOPE For Your Pelvic Floor: Six Practical Principles to Restore Your Pelvic Health and Reclaim Your…

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36. We're Back! 23:06

12M ago23:06

23:06

After a short year off, we are back on the podcast and excited to share some news and new topics with you. In this episode we are sharing our highs and lows over the past year.

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35. Pilates for prolapse audio class 35:54

2y ago35:54

35:54

Welcome to your Pilates for Prolapse Class in celebration of Prolapse Awareness Month June 2023.This class is brought to you by Whole Body Pelvic Health Online the all-new Membership where Pelvic Floor Exercises are completely Reinvented.Use the link below to find out more and join the community of women already reclaiming their life by restoring t…

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34. Sitting on the sidelines and how to step up 52:11

2y ago52:11

52:11

As we get older, many women consign themselves to sitting on the sidelines whether that be in sport, on holiday or even in thebedroom. We talk about how we, as women, can avoid this happening and also how we can help ourselves to move back into the centre of the action. We also share how Pilates can help with our body image, confidence and that all…

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33. Pelvic Organ Prolapse 57:17

2y ago57:17

57:17

To support Pelvic Organ Prolapse Awareness Month, we chat about all things prolapse and show how consistency and commitment to Pilates can help restore your Pelvic Organ Prolapse. Sophie admits she knows very little about it and Claire helps us to understand what it is, how we can prevent it and how we can help and support ourselves if we have a Pe…

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32. Change happens through movement and movement heals 50:10

2y ago50:10

50:10

Continuing with the theme of mindset and beliefs, Claire and Sophie chat about how, in most situations, when we might be suffering mentally or physically, the best thing we can do is just move.

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31. Pilates, running and other sports 52:57

2y ago52:57

52:57

Continuing with our theme of mindset and by popular request, we discuss the benefits of incorporating a regular Pilates practice into running and other sports. We explore the ways in which Pilates can enhance performance and prevent injury.Join a FREE class at Chapel Allerton Pilates

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30. Friendship and Pilates 52:54

2y ago52:54

52:54

Isn’t everything so much easier and more fun with a friend by your side? Have you noticed you are more likely to stick to something if you’ve agreed to do it with a friend? To chat about the importance of a support network, we welcome two clients of Claire’s whose friendship has grown through Pilates, Anita Cox and Jo Hollows. Anita and Jo haveprac…

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29. Me and my mindset with Rachel Wells 59:12

2y ago59:12

59:12

Claire and Sophie welcome back friend and fellow Pilates devotee, Rachel Wells. Amongst her many talents including TEDx speaker, Rachel is a consultant paediatric ophthalmologist and Professor of Special Needs and Learning Disability Eye Care. Rachel and Claire discuss how their mindset and determination to find joy in their work has helped them to…

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28. Making Time for Pilates with Kate Ball 53:24

2y ago53:24

53:24

To chat about why it is so important to make time for Pilates in our lives, and how we can do so, we welcome entrepreneur, founder of award winning business Mini First Aid, Dragon’s Den winner, mum to six children (four of whom are twins) and Pilates devotee, Kate Ball. Kate shares tips and tricks for managing our time and also shares how Pilates h…

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27. If it’s not right, it’s not okay. We need to talk about Pelvic Health 1:04:17

2y ago1:04:17

1:04:17

In this special episode for International Women’s Day, we celebrate women everywhere by chatting about a subject that is so often swept under the carpet and all too readily accepted as normal: Pelvic Health. Claire debunks some myths about our pelvic floor and shares advice and tips to empower women to take charge of their own health and well-being…

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26. New Year intentions. Why your well-being is not a quick fix 48:58

2y ago48:58

48:58

Intentions! Did you set some New Year 2023 Intentions and goals? How are they going? Do you need some more motivation? In this episode we talk about our experiences, lessons learned and give you some top tips to apply to your own life. The article we discuss is from Psychology Today, ‘The Great Exhaustion: Long Lasting Pandemic Effects’.…

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25. Your Restorative Pilates Audio Class 51:27

2+ y ago51:27

51:27

I have been asked by lots of you for an audio class so in this week's episode, while Sophie spends some time with family, I share a Restorative Pilates Class just for you, our listeners. This class is suitable for anyone, but as with all exercise, if you have an underlying health condition you should seek medical clearance from your healthcare prof…

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24. Menopause with Sarah Stonier 16:12

2+ y ago16:12

16:12

In this bonus episode, Claire has a quick fire conversation with Menopause Pilates specialist, Sarah Stonier.

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23. Chronic pain to well again. How Pilates can help 52:20

2+ y ago52:20

52:20

Pilates teacher and business woman, Whitney Vauvelle, joins Claire and Sophie to continue with the theme of motivation. Whitney’s life changed when she suffered back and neck injuries from a car accident. As a result, Pilates became a new way of life and an essential ingredient in pain management. Whitney shares the progress she continues to make w…

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22. Motivation 46:44

2+ y ago46:44

46:44

What motivates us? Ever felt a bit sluggish and lacking motivation as winter is upon us? Claire and Sophie unpack the elements of motivation and explore how our needs, values and goals can help us to maintain our motivation throughout the year. And, of course, how Pilates can keep us motivated to keep moving. Join Claire & the team at Chapel Allert…

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21. Notes to my future self 39:40

2+ y ago39:40

39:40

How can we future proof ourselves? How does what we do today impact how we are tomorrow? Join Claire and Sophie as they discuss how the time we spend practicing Pilates is an investment in what we will be like, both mentally and physically, as we grow older. Claire owns Chapel Allerton Pilates, Leeds and is a world-leading educator in Pilates and P…

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20. Notes to my younger self 47:33

2+ y ago47:33

47:33

Claire and Sophie take a look back at their younger selves and reflect on how the movement we undertake as we grow can impact us for years to come. Claire shares her tips for helping children to move in the way that they need to within the constraints of modern life and Sophie laments not starting Pilates until her 30s.…

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19. Menopause 43:52

2+ y ago43:52

43:52

What is menopause? How about perimenopause? And how can Pilates help? Claire and Sophie chat about the onset of menopause and Claire shares what we can do to support ourselves both before, during and after menopause. They chat about the importance of conversations and how movement can help. Claire also outlines how women who might be having symptom…

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18. Motherhood 51:56

2+ y ago51:56

51:56

Continuing with the theme of identity, Sophie and Claire chat about the life-changing impact, both physically and mentally, of motherhood. They both share their experiences of becoming mums and the changing demands on our bodies over the years. Claire shares the far reaching benefits of prenatal and postnatal Pilates and how a regular Pilates pract…

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17. What is your identity barrier to Pilates? 44:51

2+ y ago44:51

44:51

Have you thought about trying Pilates or something else in life and stopped yourself because you don't think you can. We talk about the barriers we put in place that prevent us from pursuing our dreams and goals and how Pilates really has no barriers to entry. We bust a lot of myths about who does Pilates and what Pilates actually is. Did you know …

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16. What we’ve learnt from Pilates and what we’ve learnt from each other 44:53

3y ago44:53

44:53

In the last episode of the season, Claire and Sophie go back to where it all started and welcome the original after class crew to the show. Meet Anita, Jo, Mel and Rachel to chat all things Pilates. The group chat about how they came to Pilates, what a regular Pilates practice has brought to their lives, what keeps them coming back for more and the…

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15. Why I do Pilates 36:18

3y ago36:18

36:18

In the penultimate episode of the season, Claire turns the tables on long-standing client and fellow podcaster, Sophie. They delve into why Sophie started Pilates and what has kept her doing Pilates. Claire also shares some simple ways to invigorate yourself & refocus during long days at the computer. They also reflect on what the first season of t…

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14. Pilates and the community with Jo McBeath 42:15

3y ago42:15

42:15

To explore the community surrounding Pilates and the benefits of this, in this week’s episode, Claire and Sophie welcome their friend and local business owner, Jo McBeath. Jo chats about how she became a Pilates convert and Claire and Jo explore how fundamental the community is in their work. Claire’s Pilates studio https://chapelallertonpilates.co…

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13. Ouch! I’ve got tech neck. Will Pilates help me to stand up straight again? 44:05

3y ago44:05

44:05

‘Tech neck’ is a recent phenomenon which describes how when we’re on our phones checking out our latest emails, text messages and Facebook posts or leaning over a laptop for a large proportion of the day, we’re placing our necks into an overstressed forward curve, resulting in a hunched posture. In this informative episode, Sophie discusses the mom…

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12. Props for Pilates to use in life 46:11

3y ago46:11

46:11

How do Pilates props help us to move more freely? What small equipment is handy to have for your Pilates practice at home? In this week’s episode, Claire and Sophie discuss the benefits of Pilates props including the foam roller, the Oov, the stretchy band, magic circle, spine corrector and dowel. They also chat about why we use a mat in Pilates. S…

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11. Focus on feet. Why it all begins with looking after your feet. 44:16

3y ago44:16

44:16

Pilates classes tend to start with footwork but why is this? Why is what we do with our feet so important to what happens in the rest of our body? Join Claire and Sophie as they chat all things feet. Sophie learns that it’s not just about getting a good pedicure as Claire shares how improving our movement starts with our feet and the best way to do…

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10. Learning the lingo. The language of Pilates 36:33

3y ago36:33

36:33

Why is Pilates called Pilates? Whatever is Corkscrew, Swan Dive and Boomerang? How can we change our language to promote a positive mindset? In this episode, Claire and Sophie discuss the importance of the language we use in Pilates and the impact of reframing what we say in improving what we believe we can do.TED talk mentioned: Your body language…

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9. The Hack. Hacks for Pilates, hacks for life 41:27

3y ago41:27

41:27

Claire and Sophie love a good hack and in this episode, Claire shares some of her best hacks to make movement easier. She talks through tips for mastering some of the trickier Pilates exercises and they also discuss ways to incorporate the best Pilates hacks into everyday life. The Pilates chair mentioned by Claire is the Wunda Chair and you can re…

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8. Just breathe. In and out is fine 37:47

3y ago37:47

37:47

Why how we breathe matters in Pilates and in life. Ever wondered whether there’s a right way to breathe during Pilates? How should we be breathing during life? Why does this matter?In this episode, Claire will take you through a breathing practice which she uses to get herself and her clients centred and ready for class and explains why this is so …

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7. I looked after my Pelvic Health and here’s what happened 41:13

3y ago41:13

41:13

In this second episode about Pelvic Health, Claire and Sophie welcome their first podcast guest, Pelvic Health convert, Elaine Bates. Struggling with Pelvic organ prolapse, Elaine discovered Claire’s Whole Body Pelvic Health Online programme 18 months ago. She chats to Claire and Sophie about the impact the course has had, not only on her pelvic he…

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6. Why YOUR Pelvic Health matters 34:59

3y ago34:59

34:59

In this week’s hugely informative episode, Claire helps Sophie to understand why every woman needs to invest in her pelvic health at all ages and stages of her life. They chat about how old injuries can impact your pelvis and discuss ways in which Pilates can improve pelvic health. Claire also outlines the pelvic health online course she has develo…

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5. Come to class: which one is for me? 29:45

3y ago29:45

29:45

Ever wanted to do Pilates but don’t know which class to choose? Have you tried a mat class but would like to explore Reformer? Have you looked at a Spring Wall and suspected it to be a instrument of torture?In this episode, Claire guides you through the different options for Pilates classes and explains what you will gain from each one. Claire and …

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4. Pivot, pivot, pivot. Let’s talk about the last two years 28:48

3+ y ago28:48

28:48

What impact has COVID had on us mentally and physically? What changes have come about in the way we move and practice Pilates as a result of the changes in our lifestyles over the last couple of years? What are the pros and cons of virtual and in person Pilates classes?This week Claire and Sophie debate all of these questions and exchange stories o…

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3. Back to basics. What is Pilates and why should I do it? 35:09

3+ y ago35:09

35:09

Do you know your Pilates from your Yoga? Ever wondered what Pilates actually is and how it could benefit you in other areas of your life? Join Claire and Sophie in this latest episode as Sophie confesses that she thought Pilates was a ‘bit of light stretching’ until she actually tried it out! And Claire demonstrates that investment in regular Pilat…

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2. Self-care reimagined 30:42

3+ y ago30:42

30:42

With our work from home culture and restrictions we need to find new ways for self-care and we need it more today than ever before. We talk about the self-care scale identifying the tiny daily habits for improved health and wellbeing and those bigger events that we need to schedule in advance and everything in between.If you have a topic you would …

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1. Those a-ha moments. When I finally ‘got’ Pilates 31:56

3+ y ago31:56

31:56

Have you tried Pilates but just not ‘got it’ yet? Do you want to try it but are unsure of its benefits? Have you had that Pilates a-ha moment and want to understand how you can use Pilates to reimagine all aspects of your life?Meet Claire and Sophie in this first episode as they chat after class to discuss that ‘a-ha moment’ when they realised thei…

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Introducing The Podcast 0:47

3+ y ago0:47

0:47

Welcome to Reimagining you: the after class chat.

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