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New Move Monday: Thread The Needle Ab Exercise

This is a regular exercise for my pilates class! It will challenge your balance and tighten your core! (Video demonstration below) ♥♥♥ (Modification done on forearms!) Do 2 sets. 6-8 “threads” each...

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Lower Back & Glute Strengthener: Video

The lower back and glutes are generally neglected in workouts but they are both such crucial areas for your posture and a strong body. I love incorporating the mini-ball into my routine to change...

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Recipe: Crispy Chocolate Almond Butter Bites {treat bag printable!}

Are you a fan of chocolate? I thought so. Coconut oil and almond butter are all the rage so imagine my excitement when I found this recipe! Well–it’s not exactly the recipe I found. I made a few...

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“Frozen” Flutters Video (Core Focused Pilates Routine) & Bday Giveaway!

*** Giveaway Closed!*** Hey all! It’s my birthday today and I’ve made it tradition over the past couple years to gift YOU with a present with either a workout, giveaway, or both! (Here is year 1...

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A peek into my Pilates class!

Today’s blog is a shout-out to my wonderful Pilates class! I’ve been teaching at a local university for the past 4 years and have had many of these students for the past 3. They were a blessing to my...

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New Move Monday: The Ab Roll

You get a little video demonstration of today’s new move!! It’s called the “Ab Roll” and I use this in my pilates class. It is very difficult, yet very effective. Remember, if you need to modify, there...

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5 no equipment, anywhere exercises at The Better Mom!

Today I’m posting at The Better Mom! Find me there to get 5 no equipment, anywhere exercises for busy moms! Here’s a sneak peak!

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Recipe: Santa’s Snack Mix

I LOVE a good snack mix! You may be surprised that I’d eat something with M&M’s, peanut butter chips and white chocolate chips, but I do!! I made this mix and put them into little goody bags for my...

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How Pilates helps me to be hospitable

I have to be honest, hospitality isn’t one of my greatest gifts. I think my husband wishes it was judging by the number of people he wants to have over, but I get caught up in so many things! But I...

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My #1 Suggestion to Get You Fit

Strong claim, right? I wouldn’t say it if I didn’t believe it! Here it is…Group Exercise!  I’m sure you think I’m slanted because I am a group fitness instructor. But the honest truth is, after...

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New Move Monday: Thread The Needle Ab Exercise

This is a regular exercise for my pilates class! It will challenge your balance and tighten your core! (Video demonstration below) ♥♥♥ (Modification done on forearms!) Do 2 sets. 6-8 “threads” each...

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Where I’ve been and where I’m going! (& a Boardwalk Workout!)

August! Like whoa! When did it arrive? I’ve had a pretty busy summer, just like many of you! My husband is a high school guidance counselor which means he’s been off for the month of July, so my house...

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