Cricket Pilates with Natalia

Cricket demands agility, flexibility, and core strength—all of which Pilates helps to develop. Whether you’re a batter needing stability, a bowler aiming for smooth, injury-free action, or a fielder requiring quick reflexes, Pilates can be a game-changer.

We are delighted to have experienced body control pilates instructor Natalia Ortegon put together a YouTube Short featuring three key Pilates exercises designed to help prevent injuries and improve movement efficiency on the field. These exercises focus on strengthening the core, improving flexibility, and enhancing overall body control—essential for cricketers at all levels.

Watch the video here:

For more expert-led Pilates content, check out Natalia Pilates YouTube Channel for additional exercises that are beneficial not only for cricket but for all walks of life.

Start incorporating Pilates into your training and feel the difference in your game!

Paul Van Meekeren – Associate Cricket To World Stage – The Cricket Library

In this episode of The Cricket Library Podcast, Dutch international Paul van Meekeren takes us inside one of the most remarkable journeys in modern cricket. From a six-over thriller where he claimed four wickets against Ireland, to battling through shin splints in his very first international appearance, Paul opens up on the resilience it takes to survive and thrive as an Associate cricketer. We dive into the unforgettable high of becoming the first Dutch homegrown player to win the Caribbean Premier League, and relive the heart-stopping moment the Netherlands qualified for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup. He also relives the thrill of the Netherlands’ famous victory over South Africa at the ICC Men's T20 World Cup in Adelaide—one of the most unforgettable moments in Dutch cricket history. Away from the spotlight, Paul reflects on the simple beginnings—Saturday mornings, ice cream, and a childhood dislike of the helmet. This is a story of grit, perspective, and passion—an unfiltered look at life on the global cricket stage. 🎧 Listen now and don’t forget to subscribe for more stories from the world of cricket.
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