As a Pilates Instructor, I find new clients that were once indifferent to Pilates become Pilates lovers after a few sessions. Have you ever wondered why? What is the big deal about Pilates anyways? A common thing people say to me after starting my Pilates classes is "I wished I started Pilates 10…
As you get older, it’s important to stay active and maintain your health. And while aging gracefully is a goal that many of us have in mind, it’s also one that requires some work on our part. One aspect of aging that you may not be aware of is your balance—when this begins to deteriorate,…
Are you looking for a simple bread recipe that you can make in less than an hour? I posted this simple bread recipe on my social media feed a few weeks ago and it was a huge hit! It also happens to be my family's favourite bread so I thought I would share it here…
Many of us have had to make adjustments to our daily living since the beginning of this pandemic. One area that I know played a huge role in my daily routine was exercise to keep me strong, feeling energized and mentally fit. I believe most people know the benefits of exercise on our body and…
Foam rolling is one of the best things you can do for your body. It's a form of self-myofascial release that uses a foam roller to apply pressure to muscles and fascia (connective tissue) in order to relieve pain, increase flexibility, reduce recovery time after workouts and aid in recovery from injuries. If you're not…
Our posture tells us so much about our bodies. As a certified Pilates instructor, paying attention to people’s posture tells me a lot about movement patterns in the body.
What's the best way to improve your posture? In my opinion, it's doing exercises that use your body's weight appropriately. We'll get into why this…