Wellicious is proud to be showing at the Yoga & Pilates Conference in Kassel, Germany on 5th to 6th November 2011.The Yoga and Pilates Conference is held in Germany annually, and is dedicated to offering aspiring and committed yoga and Pilates practitioners advice, information and products for the variety of yoga and Pilates disciplines available. Wellicious is delighted to be showcasing their collection of stylish, flattering and luxurious yoga and Pilates and loungewear at this prestigious event, and hope to introduce more people to the benefits and versatility that wearing their designs offer.

The conference will be an inspirational event and a meeting of the world’s leading yoga and Pilates experts. Come and visit us at our Wellicious stand Kongress Palais Kassel, OG5.

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Pilates has soared in popularity over recent times as more and more people switch on to the benefits it offers. You might be among the many individuals who dons Pilates clothing to get stuck into the pursuit.

The discipline was founded in the early 20th century by the German Joseph Pilates. He originally called the activity contrology because he believed that his method used the mind to control the muscles. In 1980, Philip Friedman and Gail Eisen published the first modern book on the subject and it was called The Pilates Method of Physical and Mental Conditioning. In it, six principles were identified and these have been widely adopted by the wider community.

These principles are concentration, control, centre, flow, precision and breathing. Concentration is mentioned because those who don their Pilates clothes and take part in the activity are expected to focus intensively. Meanwhile, control refers to the mastering of muscles. Participants are supposed to be able to control of every aspect of every moment. Centring, on the other hand, helps people to focus and balance. It involves close attention being paid to the so-called ‘powerhouse’, which encompasses the abdomen, back, hips, buttocks and inner thighs. Flow is a reference to the ease with which exercises are supposed to merge into one another. Also, participants are supposed to be extremely precise and breathing is also important in Pilates. Its creator saw considerable value in increasing the intake of oxygen into the body. Next time you need to stock up on Pilates wear, you can come here to Wellicious to peruse our online boutique. Try our Wellicious High Neck Top in Olive teamed up with our Wellicious Stay Down Leggings in Gorgeous Grape.

Buying clothes can be a tricky business. Often you might have to make trade-offs between comfort and style. For example, selecting a pair of shoes for a party can present a dilemma. You are keen to look fantastic but you know that the items you really want would cause you considerable discomfort. Therefore, you have to choose between sacrificing beauty for practicality, or risking pain for glamour.

However, the good news is when you are sourcing Pilates clothing or yoga wear, you do not have to make such compromises. Here at Wellicious we understand that you want to look fabulous when taking part in the exercises. After all, when you are confident about your appearance, you might well find it easier to divest yourself entirely in the discipline without any feelings of self-consciousness and insecurity.Meanwhile, we are also aware of the huge importance of comfort. Yoga combines physical exercise and meditation, so the avoidance of distraction caused by discomfort is key. It is with these points in mind that we create our superb range of stylish and flattering Pilates clothing and yoga wear.

So, next time you need to purchase such garments, make sure you check out what we have to offer. Never again will you have to compromise style for practicality, or vice versa. This can make your shopping experiences much more straightforward and, more importantly, it can help you get the very most from your exercise classes. To see what we have to offer, simply take a look around our boutique. PS: try out our very Bestseller the Wellicious Flexi Boatneck Top in True Blue teamed up with Wellicious Stay Down Leggings in Pebble Grey.

If you’re walking into a Pilates studio for the first time, it can seem slightly daunting. But you’ll soon be loving it. You don’t need to bring much with you to the studio for your first class. All necessary equipment will be provided. However, many people like to use their own mat ,  so you may want to do the same eventually, here you should experience our godess “Divine Yoga Mat”.

For your first class, all you need to take is a water bottle, having ensured you are well hydrated before you begin. As for Pilates clothing you need to be able to move and stretch. Clothes should be loose rather than baggy, allowing your teacher to see how well your bones are aligned and how well your muscles are engaged. You could start off by wearing regular loungewear, such as our Wellicious Flexi Longsleeve in Princess Pink or our Wellicious Button Beauty V-Neck in Gorgeous Grape,  Stay down leggings in True Blue and a Pilatina Tank. No fancy footwear is needed as you’ll probably be barefoot. Avoid long necklaces, dangling bracelets and belts. Keep your hair tied back , here you can use our Wellicious Headband in Plum Perfect, and away from your face. Finally, some people are sensitive to perfumes and strongly scented deodorants, so increasingly studios are asking students to avoid wearing heavy fragrances in the studio.

At Wellicious, we offer a great selection of loungwear and Pilates clothing made from high quality fabrics. Our clothes are ideal for your class or for when you just want to feel super-comfortable at home. Learn more about our latest offers, read some customer testimonials or sign up for our newsletter today.

Now, relax and enjoy your first Pilates class with Wellicious.

If you want to feel the benefits of Pilates, the complete work-out for mind, body and spirit, once you’ve considered your Pilates clothing, it’s vital that you find the right instructor and the right class for you.

Look for carefully designed sequences of exercises providing quality over quantity. For each exercise, there should only be a few, careful repetitions.

Your class should also follow strict safety guidelines, so you feel challenged but not pushed beyond your limits.

Look for a teacher who has completed 450 hours of training and is registered with an official organisation. After all, this discipline is not something which can be taught in a few hours, so how can someone have mastered it in a short time? Ask carefully about their experience qualifications.

Other things to look for include clear directions, individual attention when you need it and a willingness to answer your questions. A familiarity with various health conditions may also be helpful, as will an eagerness to keep abreast of industry news and developments.

Finally, as with any sort of fitness instructor, find someone you get on with personally, and who creates a positive, friendly atmosphere which is right for you.

At Wellicious, we have a great range of gorgeous yoga clothes and Pilates clothing, to make you feel ready for action whatever class you choose. You’ll love the quality textiles we use for our Pilates and yoga clothes, the gorgeous colours - and our prices!

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If you’re walking into a Pilates studio for the first time, it can seem slightly daunting. But you’ll soon be loving it.

You don’t need to bring much with you to the studio for your first class. All necessary equipment will be provided. However, many people like to use their own mat, so you may want to do the same eventually. For your first class, all you need to take is a water bottle, having ensured you are well hydrated before you begin.

As for Pilates clothing you need to be able to move and stretch. Clothes should be loose rather than baggy, allowing your teacher to see how well your bones are aligned and how well your muscles are engaged. You could start off by wearing regular loungewear, such as tracksuit bottoms, leggings and T-shirts. No fancy footwear is needed as you’ll probably be barefoot. Avoid long necklaces, dangling bracelets and belts. Keep your hair tied back if it is long, and away from your face.

Finally, some people are sensitive to perfumes and strongly scented deodorants, so increasingly studios are asking students to avoid wearing heavy fragrances in the studio.

At Wellicious, we offer a great selection of loungwear and Pilates clothing made from high quality fabrics. Our clothes are ideal for your class or for when you just want to feel super-comfortable at home. Learn more about our latest offers, read some customer testimonials or sign up for our newsletter today.

Our Wellicious’s brand new ‘Divine Yoga Mat’ certainly lives up to its name! Ethically made in Germany to the highest specifications, each Divine Yoga Mat features 300 SWAROVSKI CRYSTALLIZED™ stones forming a gracefully designed Mandala, a Buddhist symbol for religious rites and meditation.

Available in two beautiful colours: Caviar Black and Vintage Rose, the unique Divine Yoga Mat is the must-have for all style conscious yogistas and Pilates fans, not only does it look great but it is one of the best quality mats available. Made from premium materials the Divine Yoga Mat is thicker than standard yoga mats yet it is easy to roll, it offers more cushioning therefore more comfort and it provides a perfect non-slip surface even if wet. Wellicious embraces the yoga ethos and as such ensures the ethical production of all of its products, with production in Europe to maintain high working standards and low air miles.

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The great thing about yoga and Pilates is that absolutely anyone can get involved. Beginner classes cater to all fitness levels, and in many studios a typical class includes all kinds of people from vastly different walks of life. There might be a grandmother who wants to stay active and enjoy better joint health and mobility, a young mother getting back into shape after childbirth, a few office-workers taking time out from the high-stress jobs, and a rugby player who wants to improve their game. So many different people can benefit in different ways! Pilates and yoga wear isn’t just for super-flexible, super-strong experts. Anyone can feel better and look better in stylish, colourful clothing designed for relaxation and freedom of movement. Our designs make yoga and Pilates sessions more comfortable and more fun for everyone, not just experienced and dedicated practitioners.

If you find that the yoga or Pilates clothing you usually wear is too hot, too restrictive, or not quite right in any way, that will have a negative impact on your experience. If nothing else, it’s distracting at a time when you should be free of worries and niggling irritations. Switch to better designed yoga wear and you might see a marked improvement. It doesn’t matter if you’ve been going twice a week for a decade or you’re just starting out. We believe that attractive, intelligent yoga and Pilates clothing can help anyone get more from their time in the studio. Try our lovely range and you’ll probably agree!

Yoga and Pilates are different disciplines. Pilates was developed relatively recently, but it shares something of the philosophy of yoga and many of the poses. In general, classes are based more around strength and flexibility, while yoga sessions can also include breathing exercises and elements of meditation.

Yoga clothing and Pilates clothing are very similar. They both need to be stretchy and non-restrictive, and designed for maximum comfort in a range of different positions. In some cases Pilates classes involve more movement, with greater repetition rather than holding a single pose for a long time. This can mean that practitioners get a little warmer so cooler clothes can be helpful.However, there is a great deal of variation from class to class and instructor to instructor, so the best clothes for you will depend on your special requirements. In almost all cases, yoga clothing is just fine for Pilates and vice-versa. Some of the accessories may be different- Pilates tends to call for more than just a mat, and the mats tend to be thicker than those found in yoga studios- but the clothing is more or less the same.

We stock a range of Pilates clothing and a collection for yoga, but there is no reason not to cross over. Choose the clothing you like best from either page of the boutique online store and you won’t be disappointed. The products in both categories are stylish, comfortable, colourful, and soft on the skin. That’s all you need for either yoga or Pilates.

If you have just started a family, the chances are you will be exhausted. The physical toll pregnancy and birth takes on your body is immense and, as soon as your little one enters the world, your routine is thrown into chaos. Late night feeding sessions, early starts and constantly being alert to the needs of your child can wear you out and, after a few weeks, you may struggle to tell up from down and left from right.

However, the good news is this does get simpler. As your baby settles into a more regular feeding and sleeping pattern, it is easier to take control of your life again and you should start to feel more like a human being. Meanwhile, there are ways you can make your life easier. For example, you may want to consider starting yoga sessions to boost your energy levels and regain some of your physical strength. The discipline, which is becoming increasingly popular in the UK, promotes flexibility, strength and stamina, all of which are extremely useful when raising a family. And the great news is, by coming here to Wellicious you can get your hands on fantastic yoga clothes to help you look and feel great. Indeed, we even offer yoga wear for tots.

If the thought of heading out to classes is too much for you at present, you can always don your yoga clothes in your own front room and follow a DVD routine. And, if and when you are feeling a little more adventurous, you can investigate local classes that specialise in mother and baby sessions.

To see our full range of yoga wear, simply browse our Wellicious boutique.