Pilates Masterclass, 16th May – Stronger for Longer

Pilates Masterclass, Saturday 16th May 2026, 9.30 - 11.00 am, Hythe Cricket Club

'Stronger for Longer!'

Limited to 16 places

£2 discount to Jane Mackenzie 24/7 Online Pilates members!

As many of you know from practicing Pilates with me, staying active isn’t just about feeling good now, it’s about maintaining your strength, mobility, and independence as the years go on. This is where the idea of 'healthspan' comes in: not just how long we live, but how well we live.

This Stronger for Longer' masterclass is designed to help you move with confidence as you get older, focusing on:

• Building strength to support your body in everyday life
• Improving balance and coordination to reduce the risk of falls
• Enhancing stability and control in your movements
• Challenging both your body and your brain in a safe, supportive way

We’ll also look at simple, realistic lifestyle habits that can help reduce the risk of age-related changes like muscle loss, bone density loss, and cognitive decline.

The session is suitable for all levels and is a great complement to your regular Pilates classes.

If your goal is to keep doing the things you love for as long as possible. This is for you!

Please also review our Terms and Conditions for group Pilates Masterclasses.

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'Healthspan' refers to the number of years someone lives in good physical, mental, and functional health - not just how long they live overall (lifespan). The goal isn’t simply to add years to life, but to add quality to those years - being able to move well, think clearly, and stay independent.

• Strength is foundational. Loss of muscle mass (Sarcopenia) is one of the biggest drivers of frailty. Strength training helps maintain: Mobility and independence; Metabolism and weight control; Injury resilience.
• Bones need stress to stay strong. Osteoporosis isn’t inevitable. Weight-bearing and resistance exercises signal the body to maintain bone density.
• Balance and coordination protect independence. Falls are one of the biggest risks as people age. Training balance, stability, and coordination reduces that risk and keeps people confident in daily movement.
• Cognitive health is trainable. Conditions like Dementia aren’t entirely preventable, but physical activity - especially when it includes coordination or learning new movements - supports brain health and neuroplasticity.
• Small habits compound. What really drives healthspan isn’t extreme changes, it’s consistency: Regular movement (strength + mobility + balance); Adequate protein and nutrition; Sleep and stress management; Staying socially and mentally engaged.

Healthspan is less about abstract longevity and more about: Can I still do the things that matter to me?