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This warmup includes some gentle twisting to loosen and lubricate the joints and prepare for activities like golf, tennis, swimming etc. It's a good idea to incorporate rotation into your regular routine even if you don't do any rotational sports, because it's a...
This is a workout focusing on the basic exercises to strengthen the glute muscles. The gluteus maximus and medius are important for mobility of the hips and also stabilizing the pelvis. This workout is great if you have low back pain or weak hips. I created...
This is an upper body workout, very specifically training all the muscles that cross the 5 joints of the shoulder complex. We use light weights and high reps in order to evenly and gently activate and mobilize the muscles and fascia to create balance around the...
This is a warm up for the whole body. It’s a great way to prepare for activity and/or do just as a way to move your body if you are feeling stagnant or stiff. https://vimeo.com/728439200
These exercises are meant to be done after activtiy to help the body recover from twisting and compression. https://vimeo.com/815953872?share=copy
This is a lower body warm up that includes a gentle mobilization of the sacro-iliac joint. This alone can be a nice way to move and circulate after sitting for a long period, or to warm up for the exercises in this module. https://vimeo.com/610323261?share=copy
This is another brief warmup to prepare the body for rotational movements and activities like tennis or golf. Don’t force any of these movements, be gentle and controlled and listen to your body as you move through each of the exercises. Remember to breathe!! You...
These are myofascial stretches that are meant to be done when you are already warmed up or done with your activity. Hold each stretch gently and do your best to maintain the tension. Breathe and relax throughout. https://vimeo.com/728446182
These gentle exercises may seem very simple but the challenge is to practice them and make the movement more precise. Developing awareness of the movements of the neck and shoulder girdle is important for keeping the muscles and upper spine healthy, maintaining...
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I’m here to help integrate body, mind and soul through Pilates practice while helping instructors & students get better results in their daily practice.
I truly believe that healthy movement is an important part of both physical and mental wellness, and that Pilates and ELDOA work amazingly well to help you achieve freedom in your body and a sense of wellbeing.
The Basic Intro to Pilates and ELDOA is a workout bundle for anyone who wants a short go-to guided set of exercises to restore the spine, strengthen the core and mobilize and stretch the muscles and joints safely.
A quick, easy to access video bundle of 3 short workouts that includes the fundamental basics of Pilates and ELDOA. You can do them safely at home and on-the-go any time you need.