Paula Ramirez

"Dogs bounding, horses frisking, whales breaching, all in the pursuit of pleasure" Charles Darwin. Jumping is more than just a physical action. It is a powerful expression of joy, freedom, and vitality shared across many species, including humans. As we grow older, the ability and desire to jump often diminish, but its significance remains profound. This post is about why jumping matters throughout life, especially as we age, and how we could keep creating opportunities to do it more often....

What I want you to understand during my Pilates sessions In a group or private session, with or without Pilates apparatus, when I teach movement with this method, there are unspoken messages and direct ones about how crucial is variability in your physical practice and why you should aim more than the baseline. Baseline= Normal Since I read David Attenborough's book " A life in our planet" there is a term that is stuck in my head: -Shifting baseline syndrome- It's the tendency for the...

As another year draws to a close, I find myself reflecting on the lessons learned and whether my intentions align with my choices. In 2025, the word playful took center stage in my life. This theme resonated not only in my sessions but also in the workshops I attended. I sought inspiration from passionate physical education teachers who aim to transform our busy, tired, and distracted society. At this point in my career, I notice a trend toward narrow perspectives in the industry. There’s a...