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VFJ PILATES BLOG
Welcome to the VFJ Pilates blog. My name is Victoria and I am the main writer for this blog. I blog about many things relating to the buisness, current events as well as things that interest me. Find posts about online training, online fitness classes, being a Pilates class instructor, my family life, my hobbies, my thoughts, feelings and much more...
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What Does Pilates Do That Other Types of Exercise Don’t?
Pilates does more than build strength, it improves how you move, strengthens your core from the inside out, and supports everything else you do.
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Victoria Frances Jackson
Dec 29, 20252 min read
The Bit In-Between
That strange, slow, sparkly stretch between Christmas and New Year, part mess, part magic, part reclaiming your space (and your floor).
Victoria Frances Jackson
Dec 27, 20252 min read
Why Christmas Is Better Than Halloween (In My Humbly Biased Opinion)
A light-hearted reflection on why cosy jumpers, cinnamon scents, and twinkling lights will always win over pumpkins and plastic spiders.
Victoria Frances Jackson
Dec 25, 20252 min read
Winter Solstice: Honouring the Shortest Day
Explore how the winter solstice has been celebrated through time, and how this quiet turning point can still bring meaning today.
Victoria Frances Jackson
Dec 21, 20252 min read
Getting Festive: My Kind of Build-Up
From fairy lights and glitter to Pilates challenges and handmade gifts, this is a behind-the-scenes look at how I make the most of the Christmas build-up, without slowing down one bit.
Victoria Frances Jackson
Dec 9, 20252 min read
Sad For No Reason
A gentle reflection on the quiet kind of sadness that comes with the darker months, and the small, kind ways we can respond.
Victoria Frances Jackson
Dec 2, 20251 min read
Do I Need Special Equipment to Do Pilates?
You do not need much to get started with Pilates, this post explains what is helpful, what is optional, and how to make use of what you already have at home.
Victoria Frances Jackson
Nov 17, 20252 min read
Autumn Transitions: From Haunted House to Seasonal Charm
The house is quiet, the decorations piled and waiting, and the stillness presses in more heavily than I expected. Even with everything ready to be packed and stored, I find myself stalled, caught between the tasks to complete and the weight of this empty, quiet space.
Victoria Frances Jackson
Nov 2, 20253 min read
Diabetes Awareness Month: Everyday Wellbeing Support
Explore simple, sustainable habits that support your wellbeing this Diabetes Awareness Month, from gentle movement to realistic routines.
Victoria Frances Jackson
Nov 2, 20251 min read
Diabetes Awareness Month: A Moment to Check In
November is Diabetes Awareness Month, take a few minutes to check your risk and learn why early awareness makes a lasting difference.
Victoria Frances Jackson
Nov 1, 20251 min read
Why Halloween Is Better Than Christmas (Hear Me Out...)
A playful take on why pumpkin chaos, cake for breakfast, and candlelit freedom might just outshine tinsel and turkey.
Victoria Frances Jackson
Oct 31, 20252 min read
Two Halves of My Heart
Two children, two worlds. One brings noise and motion, the other quiet and stillness. Between them, I find balance, love, and lessons in patience I never expected to learn.
Victoria Frances Jackson
Oct 28, 20256 min read
An Evening Reflection: Balancing Love and Chaos
A personal reflection on the challenges and love of parenting during the holidays, balancing the energy of my youngest with the quiet moments I miss with my eldest, and navigating the complexities of life and love after divorce.
Victoria Frances Jackson
Oct 27, 20252 min read
What Is the Difference Between Pilates and Yoga?
Pilates and yoga may look similar at first glance, but their origins, intentions, and movements are very different, this post clears up the confusion so you can choose what is right for you.
Victoria Frances Jackson
Oct 12, 20253 min read
Autumn Wellness Month: Boosting Your Wellbeing as the Seasons Change
Feel your best this autumn with small, supportive habits that nourish your body, lift your mood, and help you adjust with ease.
Victoria Frances Jackson
Oct 2, 20251 min read
Autumn Wellness Month: Slowing Down With the Season
As the season changes, take time to slow down, reset, and embrace a gentler routine that supports your body and mind.
Victoria Frances Jackson
Oct 1, 20251 min read
How I Plan (and Don’t Plan) My Pilates Week
A playful behind-the-scenes look at how structure, intuition, and real life shape one instructor’s week, with planning that works even when it is not on paper.
Victoria Frances Jackson
Sep 24, 20252 min read
Is Pilates Suitable for Men?
Pilates was created by a man and built for strength, mobility, and resilience, this post breaks down why it is just as beneficial for men as it is for women.
Victoria Frances Jackson
Sep 21, 20252 min read
Back to Routine, Not Back to Pressure
VFJ Pilates | Musings September comes with fresh notebooks, sharper mornings, and a quiet push to ‘get back to it’ — whatever ‘it’ is....
Victoria Frances Jackson
Sep 10, 20252 min read
Practice Kindness Month: Turning the Focus Inward
This September, take a moment to turn kindness inward, from gentler self-talk to restorative rest, learn simple ways to support your own wellbeing.
Victoria Frances Jackson
Sep 2, 20251 min read
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