Why Pilates Is About So Much More Than Fitness: Karen Lord on Movement, Healing & Longevity
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What if Pilates wasn’t just about getting stronger but about learning how to feel better in your body? On Live The Glamour Chats, fashion and lifestyle expert Dawn Del Russo sits down with renowned Pilates educator and entrepreneur Karen Lord, founder of Karen Lord Pilates Movement, for a powerful conversation about movement, wellness, resilience, and the mind-body connection.Wellness is about so much more than a workout. It’s about how we move through life.
Pilates is known for building strength, improving posture, and creating long, lean muscles. But Karen Lord takes the conversation much deeper. Her approach explores the relationship between movement, breathwork, nervous system regulation, and somatic healing and how becoming more connected to your body can influence the way you feel both physically and emotionally. The goal isn't simply to complete a workout. It’s to become more aware of your body and understand what it may be trying to tell you.
Karen’s path to becoming a leading voice in Pilates wasn't exactly traditional. Before building her wellness career, she worked across the worlds of fashion, photography, and music. Those creative experiences ultimately shaped the way she approached movement and helped her develop a distinctive perspective on Pilates. Karen Lord Pilates Movement has become one of Los Angeles’ notable Pilates destinations, attracting people who want more than a traditional fitness experience.
One of the most fascinating parts of the conversation is the role of breath. Breathing is something we do automatically, yet the way we breathe can influence how we move, focus, and respond to stress. Incorporating intentional breathwork into movement can create a greater sense of awareness and help us become more present in our bodies.
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