Hands On Pilates, NYC

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I’m so thrilled to partner with & NeXa Studios] in presenting this AMAZING workshop Pilates for Scoliosis

In this 2 day workshop we will

Learn to analyze scoliotic bodies, create diagram sketches, and place pads

Learn how to use a Scoliometer and how to apply that data into corrective movement

Be taught how to implement movements backed by research to benefit your clients’ scoliotic bodies

Be taught how to muscle test clients to find which of their muscles need to work and release and how to assign homework based on the results

Help your clients to get out of pain, stabilize curves & develop a game plan for the initial lessons & years of subsequent lessons that will follow.

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Happy National Cat Day

What’s happening next?!?!?

I have no idea. But I’m excited to find out.

In all seriousness, this last year has had struggles & joys. I’ve been challenged, hustled, stressed, sweaty, relaxed, cried, laughed, danced, swam, harvested, biked, cuddled, hugged and done the more times than I can count. My tribe has contracted AND expanded. Everyone who has walked with me has added to my life.

Happy from me & my little spoon,

He’s the best morning snuggler EVER

Happy Pilates Day, Pilates People!!!!

You read that right.

While loved ones might bring out the best in you, the best habits are made (and kept) when you find joy and satisfaction for YOURSELF.

Self care takes many forms. It may feel uncomfortable to ask for what you need and deserve. But no one is going to make space for you. YOU need to care for yourself so you can bring your best self to whatever and whoever else is in your life.

Summer, where are you?

Are you dreaming of your next vacation? I just got back and am already thinking about the next adventure.

Tell me your travel fantasies. I wanna know.

What could be better than AND at the SAME time?!?!?! 💥💥💥

I got you!

As an instructor, my primary focus is your safety & alignment. I’m here to spot you & gently guide you towards success. You do the work while I give you a few clues and hands on encouragement.

Click the link in my bio or send me a DM to find out for yourself.

I heard today is So here I am with Dr Jones. My best boy

🚗 Do you take care of your car on a regular basis - gas/charge, check the tires, get the transmission serviced?

💰Do you check on your investments every month - talk with your broker, investment manager, look online to see how they’re doing?

🐶 How about your pet? I bet you make sure they have enough food & exercise.

Unless you’re a mechanic, investment banker or veterinarian, you probably seek expert advice from a professional to help with those important aspects of your life.

You want to last longer than your car.
It’s so important to invest as much in your PHYSICAL health as you do in your Fiscal health.

You want to be at your best to enjoy the fruits of your labor.

You want to look as cute & keep pace with your pup.

Wouldn’t it be amazing if everything felt safe, free & carefree?

Click the link in my bio or send me a DM to see if Pilates can help with your physical maintenance.

Unfortunately, it sometimes takes an accident or illness for us to appreciate our health/fitness. Then there’s the effort to regain that previous level of wellness.

I invite you to inventory all the parts & systems within you that ARE WORKING!!!
🎉🎉🎉 Rejoice! 🎉🎉🎉

Now get to work.
Really, act like it’s your JOB to ensure all your parts & systems continue to function at their best. No one can do this for you. And it’s never too late. You can invest in your physical health at any time.

If you’re unsure of how to do this, find a professional (like me 😉) Reach out and ask for advice from your team: doctor, nutritionist, personal trainer, pilates instructor, etc…

We all know that’s not true.

To me, Pilates is a smile for my insides. It helps me feel taller than these sunflowers! 🌻

I wasn’t raised with fitness or self care as a priority. Pilates found me in my late 20’s and really called to me by my early 30’s. Some people discover it even later in life. And that’s fine. It’s never too late, even if you’ve never exercised before. I’ll help you feel taller & give your spine something to smile about.

And I look forward to my sessions with YOU 😍😍😍😍 My favorite day of the week is one where my schedule is full of beautiful, eager clients. And just like a workout, I’m exhilarated & exhausted at the end of it. That interplay of energy keeps me going and inspires me to show up & learn more.

Are the little buds sprouting & warming temperatures inspiring you to try something new? Take advantage of my new client incentive! You’ll use these 3 sessions to learn about the studio and all the fun equipment/toys that we use to move, stretch & strengthen your body. I’ll use the 3 sessions to learn about you, your fitness goals and how your life experiences have affected the way you move. After those 3 sessions, we’ll have a road map of how to move forward towards your goals. Drop me a DM or click the link in my bio to schedule your first session.

Hello West Side!!! I have 3 locations for you to choose from. All studios are fully equipped. If you prefer a quiet private session with no distractions, see me in Chelsea. I am available for private sessions and duets in Tribeca & UWS. Drop me a DM or click the link in my bio to see my current availability.

After a “fun” workout on the chair & Cadillac, I like to end a session standing. I want my clients to feel taller, stronger & ready to take on the world (or just brunch 😉 ). Enter the .

This simple device is sadly seldom used. But it packs quite the punch, strengthening the back chain muscles, firing up the spinal stabilizers, legs & shoulders.

These ladies, and are engaging the springs downward while pulling their abdominals upward. Then they slide their spines down a pole behind them, stretching the springs EVEN MORE.

Can you see my excitement? Can you see Jess’s eyebrows helping? Can you see Diane’s intense concentration? It all helps set up their posture for the rest of the day.

It’s Wunda Chair Wednesday!!!

This is part of the Twist Preparation. Before we twist the spine, we must lengthen the spine. And since I’m on my side, I’m lengthening my spine laterally (Obliques AGAIN!)

What makes this exercise even more challenging is the chair itself. It’s so little!!
With such a small surface to connect & support the body, the whole abdominal & spinal system must connect & corset. Then the obliques can facilitate the movement of the pedal rising up.

Check back soon to see me add a twist to this already challenging exercise.

Technically, the only wrong breath is NO breath.

That said, there are breathing techniques that make Pilates more efficient. An easy rule to follow (for Pilates) is Inhale to lengthen, Exhale to contract.

But really, JUST BREATHE!

Once you get more proficient in Pilates, feel free to play with the breath. How does it facilitate an exercise or challenge a position? Take your time to focus on it.
What does your body actually DO to accommodate air in your lungs?
Could you bring MORE air to your lungs?
Could you empty your lungs MORE completely?
Could you direct your breath more specifically?

Then, take your mind to the movement of your exercise and see if feels different, more available.

Let me know your thoughts in the comments below.

There are 6 principles of Pilates: Control, Centering, Concentration, Breath, Flow, Precision.

This is the hundred. The first exercise in the progression.
How many principles do you see here?

I count them all.

I won’t waste your time. Every client has 💯 of my attention so you get the best workout possible.

Are you ready? Click the link in my bio to get started or drop me a DM.