In the bustling rhythm of modern life, maintaining a balance between daily responsibilities and personal health can often seem like a high-wire act. Sleep and muscle recovery are so important and serve as foundational elements that support overall well-being, energy...
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The Role of Magnesium in Sleep and Recovery: A Science-Based Approach
In the bustling rhythm of modern life, maintaining a balance between daily responsibilities and personal health can often seem like a high-wire act. Sleep and muscle recovery are so important and serve as foundational elements that support overall well-being, energy levels, and longevity. One mineral, magnesium, plays a pivotal role in enhancing both sleep quality and recovery from exercise. I started taking a daily magnesium supplement in 2012...
6 Reasons Workout Challenges Really Work (And Ours Is THE BEST!)
This is the time of year when our social feeds are flooded with images of new year's resolutions! New gym memberships, fresh Lulu and Alo gear...
Why I Stopped Squeezing My Butt and Turning Out All The Time!
Are you a butt squeezer? Has squeezing the seat and turning your legs out or "wrapping your thighs" worked to give the desired effect of a lifted,...
Getting Ready for YOUR Summer Body
It is so refreshing to see businesses big and small embrace the movement to show all kinds of bodies, not just the skinny model type of Victoria’s...
The 10, 20, 30 Rule. Return To Life. Why Consistency Wins.
I wrapped up the first round of the aptly named Joseph Pilates Challenge in November. As I gear up for Round II of the challenge starting next week,...
Self care is not self-ISH, it is self-LESS
The holiday season is in full swing! And although this time of year is chock full of fun and merrymaking, it can also take a serious toll on our...
3 Pilates Cues I Wish Would Go Away
I've been teaching Pilates for a long, long time. I love it and I know classical Pilates is the best way to get and stay in shape. I've had amazing...
Everybody Needs A Teacher. Especially A Teacher
Everyone needs a teacher for two reasons. One for correct alignment and form. Two, just to do the damn thing! I need to be pushed. I can't tell you...
Can You Give yourself a Pedicure??
Why do you exercise? To get your booty to a bulbous perfection? Is it to achieve the 6-pack-ab beach body? Or is it something more holistic like to...
If It Ain’t Broke, Why Fix It? Why I’ll Always Love Classical Pilates.
This is a post I wrote for The Core, the blog from Balanced Body. I'm re-sharing it for Tarrylife. Pilates is good for the body. We can all agree on...