Fear: The Road Map to your Goals
Hiking has taught me so many valuable lessons about life (stay tuned for that blog post!) but the MOST important thing that I have...
Progressions for Pike to Plank on the Reformer: Shoulder Stability
Many advanced pilates exercises require very good to excellent shoulder stabilty. How can you improve your shoulder stability so that...
Pilates for Osteoporosis
Over the years, I have worked with clients of all fitness levels and many with a variety of special conditions. I have never had a client...
Roasted Butternut Squash
This is one of my favorite Fall recipes! Just a few simple ingredients are needed and for the most part it's pretty simple to prepare. ...
Bored with your Bird?
Chicken is such an excellent option for a lean protein, but after a while, it can get boring. Getting bored with your diet is definitely...
3 Exercises to Tighten Your Core & Relieve Back Pain
I've chosen 3 of my favorite core exercises that are perfect for all fitness levels and any type of body. All 3 are done with the spine...
How to Combat Sciatic Nerve Pain
Sciatic Nerve pain is a complaint I hear about quite a bit. I even have flare-ups myself after a week of heavy hiking. Luckily I know...
How to Make Pine Pitch Salve
I know what you're thinking..."What is Pine Pitch Salve and why on earth would you want to make it??" Pine Pitch Salve is a salve (or...
Pine Needle Tea
I have really been enjoying my new home in Northern Arizona. I've been spending lots of time outdoors and learning more about the flora...
Stuffed Acorn Squash
This is one of my favorite dishes no matter what the season! It has only a few simple ingredients and is very easy to prepare....
How to Deal with a Slowing Metabolism
As we age, our BMR (Basal Metabolic Rate) naturally begins to decrease. Why does this happen? A big part of that is a result of...
3 Core Exercises Using a Foam Roller
The foam roller is a really versatile piece of fitness equipment and that is why it is on my Top 5 List of Home Fitness Equipment. It's...
5 Core Exercises on the Stability Ball
Fire up your core with these 5 Pilates inspired exercises using a large stability ball! There are exercises for ALL fitness levels:...
Pilates can Make you Run Faster
And so many other things! Whatever sport you are into, Pilates can improve your performance. Here's why: The purpose of Pilates is to...
Intermittent Fasting
I get asked about intermittent fasting all the time. I think the attraction to intermittent fasting are perhaps promises to quick weight...
How can I strengthen my Pelvic Floor?
This question comes up a lot! And it's an excellent question. For many, it's a sensitive subject and discussing it is uncomfortable. But...
Your Exercise Could be Triggering your Stress
Of course, for many of us, exercise is a great reliever of stress! And a balanced diet is always ideal. And it should be. But sometimes...
Summer Smoothies
It's starting to warm up outside and I wanted to share my smoothie tricks with you! I have the "secret ingredient" to the coldest,...
10 Minute Abs
I had a little time in between clients today for a quick ab workout. Join me in this 10 minute ab series using a fitness ring and a mini...



















