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Sep 2, 20242 min read
The benefits of using light weights in Pilates for bone health and improving muscle mass
As we age, maintaining muscle mass and bone health becomes increasingly important. Incorporating light weights into your Pilates routine...
Jul 22, 20243 min read
How to strengthen your core
In exercise classes, we often hear the cue ' engage your core ' or perhaps ' belly button to spine '. While there is definitely a time...
Jun 2, 20243 min read
Men on Mats Yoga Workshops - what to expect and how it can help you
Our Men on Mats Yoga Workshop last month was a great success, and so we're going to start running them more regularly. Next workshop: 9th...
Apr 28, 20242 min read
Yoga and Pilates for Runners
Yoga and Pilates are both excellent forms of cross-training for runners. They're low-impact forms of exercise, focusing on improving...
Apr 18, 20242 min read
What happens during our new Small Group Reiki session
We now host Reiki on a Wednesday at 2pm. Alice, who teaches our Fundamentals of Yoga course and Slow Flow Yoga, takes these lovely,...
Mar 29, 20242 min read
Reiki Healing at The Well House Rawdon - What is Reiki?
Hi everyone, I’m Alice. I teach the Fundamentals of Yoga Course and the Slow Flow Yoga classes at The Well House Rawdon, and I now also...
Mar 1, 20242 min read
Have you heard of the Gender Exercise Gap?
A large new study shows that well over half of women in the UK are dropping out of exercise or stopping completely. The barriers to...
Feb 2, 20241 min read
Make your own yoga mat spray
Want to keep your yoga or Pilates mat clean and smelling good? Try this natural mat cleaner :) What you'll need: A spray bottle White...
Jan 14, 20243 min read
Do you know how to breathe?
We breathe almost constantly, every day and night. But in the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, this simple but profound aspect often...
Nov 19, 20234 min read
Are you struggling to exercise consistently? Let's use neuroscience to help!
Have you heard the phrase ‘it takes 21 days to form a new habit’? Did you know this actually comes from the preface to a 1960s book...
Oct 11, 20231 min read
Would you like to teach with us at The Well House?
We're looking for brilliant instructors to join us :)
Sep 30, 20232 min read
I’m a total beginner – is that ok?
I get asked this question a lot. The short answer is: YES. Of course it is ok. It’s great to be a beginner, to be at the start of a new...
Sep 30, 20233 min read
Which Class to Try First?
We’re open! Thanks so much for your patience and support during the (very) long painting process. We’re ready (or we will be) to open our...
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