Ep 71: Jill Miller

This episode of the Thinking Pilates Podcast interviews Jill Miller, creator of Yoga Tune Up, about her experiences with movement, Pilates, and hip replacement surgery. The conversation explores the interplay between the left (analytical) and right (sensory) brain in movement practice, emphasizing the importance of embodied experience over intellectual understanding. Miller discusses how her hip replacement led her to prioritize sensing and feeling in Pilates, shifting from a teacher-led approach to a more self-directed, intuitive practice. A key takeaway is the concept of "tending the soil" – prioritizing the body's internal state and creating a safe space for sensory awareness before focusing on specific movements. This approach fosters trust in one's body and enhances overall movement potential.