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Why I Add Weights to My Pilates Sessions—And Why Your Body Will Thank You
Yes, Pilates builds strength. But when you combine it with smart, functional weight training, you unlock a deeper kind of resilience....
Lauren Matthews
Jul 203 min read
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Pilates as Energetic Practice: Seasonal Wisdom and Embodied Flow
In both my Pilates teaching and my growing understanding of Chinese Medicine, I keep coming back to the idea that the body is a...
Lauren Matthews
May 173 min read
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TCM Principles: Enhancing your Pilates Session
Over the years, I’ve come to see the human body as a storyteller. Each ache, each restriction, and each moment of ease tells a story...
Lauren Matthews
Jan 48 min read
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The Marathoner's Secret Weapon: How Pilates Transforms Your Running Game
I am no runner. I have dabbled in the art here and there throughout my life, but it never sticks for very long. But I have a few...
Lauren Matthews
Dec 1, 20245 min read
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Optimize Your Cycling Performance with Pilates: Precision Training for Every Rider
Cycling is an incredible sport that challenges your endurance, tests your mental grit, and strengthens your cardiovascular system....
Lauren Matthews
Nov 23, 20245 min read
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Pilates for Rotational Sports: Elevate Your Game with Precision and Balance
Tennis, pickleball, and golf demand a high level of rotational power, control, and mobility. These sports place unique stresses on the...
Lauren Matthews
Nov 17, 20246 min read
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Elevate Your Dance Performance with Pilates: Precision Training for Professional and Returning Dancers
For dancers, the demands placed on the body are immense. Maintaining strength, flexibility, and stability requires a mindful, targeted...
Lauren Matthews
Nov 9, 20245 min read
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Pilates for Cancer Recovery: Supporting the Body’s Healing Journey
Cancer treatment is a life-altering journey that profoundly impacts the body and mind. From chemotherapy and radiation to surgeries, each...
Lauren Matthews
Nov 2, 20244 min read
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Align Your Spine, Calm Your Mind: The Role of Posture in Stress Relief
The Power of Posture: How Spinal Mobility Can Ease Stress and Anxiety We’ve all had those days— stress mounts, deadlines loom, traffic is...
Lauren Matthews
Oct 5, 20246 min read
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Align, Strengthen, Thrive: How Spinal Realignment Supports Your Long-Term Wellbeing
"You're only as young as your spine is flexible." - Joseph Pilates In our modern world, it's almost too easy to let our posture go...
Lauren Matthews
Sep 21, 202414 min read
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Exploring the Link Between Posture, Shoulder Girdle, and Core Strength: Unveiling the Power of Alignment
Ever feel like your body is a secret agent, subtly shifting postures and hiding hidden connections? These changes might be whispers from...
Lauren Matthews
Apr 2, 20249 min read
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Prenatal Pilates for a Strong Foundation: Strong Hips, Glutes, and Legs Matter
I am lucky enough that on a daily basis I get to witness the incredible adaptations the body undergoes during pregnancy. While these...
Lauren Matthews
Mar 1, 20245 min read
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Breath-body connection: The key to unlocking core potential
We've all been there – mid-plank, teeth gritted, muscles strained, desperately trying to force our bodies into submission.The breath...
Lauren Matthews
Feb 19, 20244 min read
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Build Strength During Pregnancy: Expert Tips and Safe Exercises
The burning question that I often hear from my prenatal clients is:Can I actually get stronger while pregnant? The answer is a resounding...
Lauren Matthews
Feb 9, 20247 min read
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Nurturing Your Pelvic Floor: A Pilates Guide for Pregnancy & Postpartum
Imagine your body as a symphony, with each muscle and ligament playing a crucial role in harmony. At the heart of this orchestra lies...
Lauren Matthews
Feb 4, 20243 min read
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Diastasis Recti Recovery: Can Pilates Help?
If you're pregnant or gave birth,, you might hear the term 'diastasis recti' floating around. It can sound alarming, but don't panic!...
Lauren Matthews
Dec 20, 20235 min read
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How Prenatal Pilates & Yoga can help you Prepare for Birth & Parenthood
As a certified prenatal & postpartum Pilates & Yoga specialist and a birth and postpartum doula, it goes without saying that I am...
Lauren Matthews
Dec 8, 20235 min read
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Sciatica during Pregnancy: A pain in the butt
Sciatica.... the worst, am I right!? It can strike at any time. Dun dun dun... however, more often than not, clients who reach out to...
Lauren Matthews
Nov 30, 20235 min read
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What is Pilates & Can Pilates Help Me?
Pilates—an exercise methodology that has transcended time and transformed lives. I wholeheartedly embrace the transformative principles...
Lauren Matthews
Nov 15, 20236 min read
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Strength Beyond Aesthetics: The Power of Strength Training for Women
Embrace your body's untapped potential, celebrating its resilience, capabilities, and remarkable achievements beyond mere aesthetics. As...
Lauren Matthews
Sep 26, 20238 min read
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