Shorter Workout: Happy Hip Flexors with Paul Howse
New in September!
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7m 27s
Help your hip flexors be happy with this short sequence from Paul which focuses on hip flexor strength and mobility, especially the inner range of movement.
You will need either a loop band or a long medium-strength resistance band for this class. These can be purchased from Sissel UK: www.sisseluk.com.
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With thanks to Ashia Ekwealor and Lisa Missah
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Added September 2025
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Paul began practising Pilates in 1999 after sustaining a sports-related injury to his spine. He had previously spent 15 years as an engineer, but, following his injury, he decided to retrain as a Pilates teacher.
Paul has been teaching Body Control Pilates since 2003 and is now a member of the Body Control Pilates Education tutor team for Matwork and Small Equipment courses and our Level 4 Pilates courses. Paul has also gained the Level 4 Pilates qualification which he puts to use in the classes and 1:1s he teaches at the Body Control Pilates Centre and in Surrey.
Paul has a wealth of experience in dealing with injuries and still has a keen interest in sport, having completed numerous marathons, half marathons and a full Ironman. He spends much of his time working with athletes helping them attain their full potential. Paul studies biomechanics and believes good movement is the key to a healthy body.
For more info on Paul, please visit: www.pilatesesher.com and www.bodycontrolpilates.com
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Filming by Joey Barlow @joeybarlowfilms
Photography by Charlie Kelly (www.charliekelly.co.uk)
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