Be Mind Body

Lesley A. Powell brings together her unique career as a dancer, choreographer, world acclaimed Pilates instructor, movement educator and artist.

Movements Afoot was founded with the philosophy of teaching people the basic concepts of movement theory: proper movement initiation, integrating breath with movement and spinal integrity, by equipping people with the necessary tools for a lifetime of fitness and wellness. Lesley incorporated the best education in the somatics field.

Lesley Powell has appeared in many articles about Mind Body Fitness including Elle, Newsday, the Village Voice, Shape Magazine, etc.

The Spinal Engine Workshop: The Spine assists in Locomotion with Lesley Powell

The Spinal Engine: The spine assists in locomotion Sunday November 24, 2024 1- 4 PM $200. Online workshop. Video will be available for a month. Click here to register The Spinal Engine theory is that the human spine is the primary engine of locomotion, not just a...

Embodied Anatomy: Training the Calves to Improve Posture

Calves We don’t always think about our calf muscles in improving posture. Where your shins stand in relationship to your foot influences your entire structure. Balancing the muscles of the calves help with our function . With having ACL tears in both knees, my...

Embodied Anatomy Pilates Mat w. Lesley A. Powell Zoom

Embodied Anatomy Pilates Mat makes you think differently about your practice and body. Every system; yoga, pilates, ballet, etc., has a repertory of how to warm up the body and create new connections. When your mind becomes too routine, your practice deadens. ...