What can I do to strengthen my wrists? Is this a question you’ve asked yourself recently? This tool is one you want to have at home. And the great thing about it is you can make one yourself! It’s simple and inexpensive. A trip to your local hardware and fabric stores, some sewing skills, and aContinue reading “Strengthen Your Wrists”
Author Archives: Rachel
What is the Franklin Method?
The Franklin Method is embodiment. You’ll improve your Pilates practice and everyday movements with this method that uses images and visualizations. But what is embodiment? First, it’s noticing. Noticing where you are here and now. When you notice, it’s feeling your body in space. Acknowledging how you feel and that’s all. There’s no judgment orContinue reading “What is the Franklin Method?”
3 Props for Travel
Traveling is a lot of fun and even when you get to your destination you might find your body needing some love. Take it from stiff and tight to flexible and happy with these 3 props for travel. And they fit easily in your carry on! Do you find yourself tight and stiff after traveling?Continue reading “3 Props for Travel”
Pilates Rules: What are they?
There’s an order for the Pilates mat and reformer which can feel like a set of Pilates rules to follow. You may have noticed this after a few classes. Typically you’ll start with some form of footwork, hundred, and then roll up for the mat or leg circles/short spine on the reformer. And why isContinue reading “Pilates Rules: What are they?”
Pilates Gift Guide
This Pilates gift guide is for you if you’re starting Pilates at home. It’s easy to start, all you need is a mat and some space! But what if you’re wanting more than that? Have you been asked what you would like for Christmas and don’t know the answer? Here are some gift ideas! FirstContinue reading “Pilates Gift Guide”
Where can I take a Pilates class?
When it comes to taking your first Pilates class you might find yourself wondering how to start. And there are many options! Since COVID we’ve become even more creative. Here are some options and things to consider for each one. Local Pilates studio Going to a local Pilates studio is one of my favorites. You’reContinue reading “Where can I take a Pilates class?”
Breakfast: egg free, dairy free and banana free
Breakfast is my favorite meal of the day. It always has been and I love eating it for lunch or dinner. Growing up I loved french toast (and still do!). Here are my favorites that I rotate depending on the season and my mood. First I should mention I don’t love eggs. I can’t standContinue reading “Breakfast: egg free, dairy free and banana free”
Pilates After Waking Up
Have you ever woken from a deep sleep and taken a big stretch? Reaching your arms past your head and feeling your feet stretch for the wall. It feels so good to do! You can take it one step further by doing Pilates after waking up. After sleeping all night your body might feel stiff. AndContinue reading “Pilates After Waking Up”
Stretches when Traveling
I love to travel and especially to new places. If it’s close, we love a good road trip. After traveling in a car or plane, I feel stiff and cramped. In an airplane there’s very little room to stretch your legs. And in a car I sit in all kinds of positions trying to getContinue reading “Stretches when Traveling”
Meditation: My Favorite App & Rec’s
Meditation is something I like to include when talking about Pilates. Pilates focuses on our mind and body and I’ve found meditation to be very helpful with my Pilates practice. It’s helped me reduce the clutter in my head. My favorite app for meditating in the morning is Insight Timer. The app is free andContinue reading “Meditation: My Favorite App & Rec’s”