Bex Dickinson
How did you get into Pilates?
My journey with pilates started 18 years ago when my pelvis became twisted after a lot of running during my 20s. I learned I had hypermobility, so my body had made compensations to get through many high-impact workouts. Pilates has massively reduced my musculoskeletal pain and improved the integration of more local muscles. It has taught me to find ease, therefore increasing efficiency and functionality. Practising Pilates is, therefore, a continuous reconditioning process for me. Ultimately, Pilates can give you the trust in your body and confidence to enjoy exercise again after injury or when coping with various conditions. I am a really personable teacher and encourage people to find both integrity and freedom in their movement.
What do you love about Pilates?
I have a strong interest in hypermobility, having lived experience of it. As a psychotherapist, I am tuned into the way trauma impacts individuals and their bodies and how pilates movement can be a great form of healing. I love to support people to get their confidence back in their body and movement. Our body responds to what our mind feeds it, and of course, I have a strong interest in the relationship between them and in teaching you how to be more compassionate with yourself.
Your experience with Pilates:
I did my Polestar Comprehensive training in 2021.
What do you do in your free time?
I love hiking, dogs, reading, partial to a wild swim in summer.
