“In ten sessions you’ll feel the difference, in 20 sessions you’ll see the difference, and in 30 sessions you’ll have a whole new body”
The founder of Pilates once said, “In ten sessions you’ll feel the difference, in 20 sessions you’ll see the difference, and in 30 sessions you’ll have a whole new body”. This famous quote is plastered all over Pilates studios (It’s an enticing saying, no?). All it takes to manifest this quote and transform your body […]
How to Create the BEST Pilates Practice
I’ve been teaching Pilates for a while, and the people with the best results and experience are those engaged in their practice. Here’s a secret — I do my job WAY better when you advocate for yourself. When you walk through my studio, it’s about YOU! That means telling me your expectations and what you […]
Active Date Night Ideas
If you want to spice up date night, this blog is for you. With the weekend on its way and as your Pilates instructor, I find it fitting to organize a list of “activity” dates that your man will love. Fritz, my husband, and I are an active couple. We love bike rides, walks, and […]
What’s Your Why?: Find Your Reason, Stay Consistent & Motivated & Have A Whole New Body
When a new client comes to the studio, I have them sign the usual paperwork — liability waiver, cancelation policy, and wellness form. The wellness form includes a series of questions asking about their injuries, hobbies, work, and goals. These questions help me identify the needs of my new client. Plus, it helps me get […]
Why Recovery Days Are Making You Stronger
The title says it all — Recovery (yes, rest days) is supporting your strength development not hindering it. Contrary to what hustle culture encourages, having days off will make you feel and look your best. Rest is not only good, but it’s also necessary. At a macro and micro level our bodies take time to […]
What is Postnatal Pilates
POV: You’re eight weeks postpartum, and your doctor cleared you for exercise, but you don’t know where to start. For the last eight weeks, all you know is taking care of your new joy and trying to rest. As a sleep-deprived momma, you need some definite TLC. *Insert Postnatal Pilates*. Postnatal Pilates is a safe […]
Be Your Future Self Now
Ask yourself, if you were to see yourself 20 years into the future, who would you be? Do you radiate youthfulness? Are you still working out? Do you make time for your physical health? My older sister pointed out, as big sisters do, that if I’m not doing something now, I won’t ever be doing […]
Ditch the Antiperspirant: What Deodorant to Wear to Your Next Pilates Sesh?
Antiperspirant is the new hot topic. I’m hearing influencers, reading articles, and talking with friends about the fatality of aluminum-based antiperspirants. Aluminum is the active ingredient in antiperspirants and research shows its link to breast cancer. Therefore, ditch the antiperspirant. In a recent Instagram story, I asked my clients for their natural deodorant recommendations which […]
Make Your Man Happy: Mississippi Pot Roast
Red meat is supposedly not good for you, however, Paul Saladino, on both Joe Rogan and The Skinny Confidential podcasts is turning the tables. He suggests a meat and fruit-only diet is not just a new fad, but the historic way our ancestors ate. My red meat lover of a husband is thrilled to hear […]
My Ultimate Pilates Session ✨
My idea of the best Pilates session is one where you feel challenged yet successful — one where you sweat, stretch, and the exercises never get stale! I’m constantly mixing up what I teach to keep it interesting to my clients and me. The Pilates repertoire complemented with the equipment allows for a versatile practice […]