Props like the magic circle, resistance band, yoga block, stability ball, etc. can provide support and challenge to us as we practice Pilates. They can can help us fill the gap between where we are and where we want to go, and push us farther when we want to take an exercise to a new level of difficulty. You may have heard that using props is "cheating" or "not the real exercise," but this episode shows you how awesomeness and validity of using props. Tune in!    I want to hear from you! Share your thoughts and follow the podcast on Instagram and Facebook @pilatesstudentsmanual. Full show notes and episode transcription can be found on the podcast website here: https://bit.ly/PilatesStudentsManual. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast for updates, and rate and review wherever you listen!  Episodes now available on YouTube: *https://bit.ly/YouTubePSM* Email [email protected] with your feedback. Show Notes: Hear more tips for your Pilates classes in this podcast episode: https://pilatesstudentsmanual.oliviabioni.com/1005949/10087258-pilates-class-survival-guide Support the podcast:     Visit *links.oliviabioni.com/affiliates* and take advantage of some sweet deals on products I use and enjoy with my affiliate links!   Episode Music: This episode uses NCS music in compliance with https://ncs.io/usage-policy Track: Syn Cole - Gizmo [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds. Watch: https://youtu.be/pZzSq8WfsKo Free Download / Stream: http://ncs.io/Gizmo Track: Syn Cole - Feel Good [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds. Watch: https://youtu.be/q1ULJ92aldE Free Download / Stream: http://ncs.io/feelgood Support the show