No matter how BIG your ambitions, start small Systems – Habits – Rewards Following a formula is different than applying the principles of a system that you understand. Learning Pilates principles, for instance, can help you to control a movement at any given time, and it’s that mindful focused movement that sets it apart from…
Sitting with fear — riding and horse training If you’ve ever had a horse-related accident or injury, you know that distinct feeling of residual fear that appears when you step up into the stirrup the first time. I grew up with the notion to bury any fearful experience, ride through it, and just plain “toughen…
Be the rider your horse needs you to be Ninety percent of the time, training issues are physical issues of the horse or rider! We equestrians spend an exorbitant amount money and time on vets, massage therapists, chiropractors, farriers, trainers, energy workers, you-name-it, to get our horse just right, but what if we are still…
Be the rider your horse needs you to be! Can you feel “IT”? That magical time when connection is established
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Sadly Body image issues are a common problem. In a society that promotes unrealistic body ideals, either cosmetically or strength wise… it is challenging to not get caught up in comparing oneself to these unrealistic standards. As a result, many individuals may experience depression, anxiety, anger and even self-loathing. There are multiple ways one can…
Whether you are an athlete seeking your competitive edge or you are among the many people who live with chronic pain or musculoskeletal issues, effective, satisfying exercise can feel like a huge challenge. Keeping this in mind, within the Pilates method, even before the basic Pilates exercises can be properly and safely mastered, certain issues…
After a significant back injury in January 2017, I began Pilates and haven’t looked back since. It has become an integral part of helping me stay injury free, as well as improving my performance in all three disciplines. Overcoming, my own injuries has inspired me to share the benefits of the Pilates method for athletes and non-athletes alike.
