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Things I Learned in 2022, Part 3
My cat, Gordie (Note: this is the third in a series of blogs reflecting on what I learned in my recent Comprehensive Pilates Teacher Training certification. You can see the first installment here.) Lesson 3: The use of excessive force for breath work (among other...
Things I’ve learned in 2022, Part 2
(Note: this is the second in a series of blogs reflecting on what I learned in my recent Comprehensive Pilates Teacher Training certification. You can see the first installment here.) Props are for supporting better movement, not just for "challenge" Here's the thing...
Things I’ve Learned in 2022, Part 1
So I took the last 10 months out of my life to throw myself completely into the study of Pilates. What a luxury! I'm so grateful I had this opportunity. It wouldn't have happened without the support of my family. It takes a village to raise a child, and the same is...
Mind-Body Connections (or, how Meditation & Pilates changed my birth and postpartum experience)
I've always known that Pilates has a huge mind-body connection. But what I didn’t understand until recently was just how powerful the mind can be, and have how much this can have an effect on every aspect of your life. When I found out I was pregnant this time...
Message from a Dream
I woke up the other day after having, well, a powerful dream. In this dream I was teaching a new class, with new people in what looked like your typical living room. There were only 3 people in the class- no sweat really, for me, after having taught for so many years....
Strong in Heart
My 5 year old son on the playground My son is now 5 years old, and he achieves amazing feats of strength every day. He's incredibly proud of himself when he swings on the monkey bars and pulls himself up with one hand. He has some incredible physical skills for his...
Do you feel graceful?
Is this graceful? This photo is from 2012 when I first qualified as a pilates teacher. High School Graduation 1998 Do you remember your gym class in High School? There's probably people who fall in the middle ground, but you may have: LOVED it- felt so graceful...
Do you Feel Good when you Exercise?
I came up for the idea of this blog post during my weekly swim. I LOVE swimming, and feel totally at ease in the water. I reach and pull, reach and pull, and breathe. It's repetitive and calming for me. And I've realized it is an excellent example of mindful movement....
Goals! Schmoals!
Last year I wrote a blog post about using positive language when writing your goals. I thought I was on to something at the time but now I'm not so sure. This year I have a new plan for those pesky New Years Resolutions, and it's called: Goals! Schmoals! I've...