<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Stonehouse Pilates]]></title><description><![CDATA[Building strength and wellness through unique Pilates classes]]></description><link>https://stonehousepilates.wixsite.com/pilateswithkim/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 06:05:15 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://stonehousepilates.wixsite.com/pilateswithkim/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[The Ultimate Guide to Pilates for Women: Navigating Menopause with Confidence and Safety]]></title><description><![CDATA[Pilates is more than just a fitness routine; it’s a powerful tool for women navigating the transformative phase of menopause. 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Consent First  - is it ok that the instructor touched me A professional instructor will always seek your consent  before making...]]></description><link>https://stonehousepilates.wixsite.com/pilateswithkim/post/what-you-should-expect-from-a-fitness-instructor</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67472199d536db5bba73638d</guid><category><![CDATA[Pilates]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 27 Nov 2024 14:03:32 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_61e1cfeb58a44321b2918a28ddeb87f0~mv2_d_3412_5118_s_4_2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kim Menzies</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Unlocking Optimal Movement and reducing Hip Pain: A Comprehensive Workshop with a Qualified Physiotherapist.              ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Learn where you have weakness that is causing your hip pain and get help with how to help yourself to ease pain and strenghten your hips....]]></description><link>https://stonehousepilates.wixsite.com/pilateswithkim/post/unlocking-optimal-movement-a-comprehensive-workshop-with-a-qualified-physiotherapist</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67335773c5a27547c481b7bd</guid><category><![CDATA[Upcoming Courses & Workshops]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 12 Nov 2024 14:07:12 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b83597_60b989640edb42d381f72ea9d208b971~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_940,h_788,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kim Menzies</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Join Us for this Hip Happy Workshop]]></title><description><![CDATA[Next Hip Happy Workshop Saturday 30th November in Gloucester - a few minutes walk from the station, at the PhysioKinesis in Alvin Street.]]></description><link>https://stonehousepilates.wixsite.com/pilateswithkim/post/join-us-for-this-hip-happy-workshop</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67213b37f7647fbc1484ba2c</guid><category><![CDATA[Upcoming Courses & Workshops]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 29 Oct 2024 19:46:31 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b83597_d506e52e77ce4b10bf8fc1eac78ffe05~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_500,h_500,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kim Menzies</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Decoding the Sweet Truth: Unveiling Quick Facts on Sugar]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sugar, a ubiquitous component in our daily diets, often takes center stage in discussions about health and nutrition. 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