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I often write these blogs a week or so in advance. When I have an idea for a blog, I’ll start a draft. Sometimes it’s just the title or some bullet points. Regardless, I have ideas and content ready to be flushed out next time I sit down to write. Well … then the world changed.
Read MoreA bargain isn’t always a bargain. Sure the price may be great! It may be a real discount on what appears to be a similar item or service but beware that does not mean it’s the same thing.
I was raised by two frugal parents. It’s in my DNA but I’ve learned through the years some times it is so worth it to pay a little more. A good deal is not always a good deal and often not even really what I want, expect, or need.
Read MoreDo you know those people that are constantly complaining? You find yourself almost hesitant to ask how they are doing because the answer is going to be a barrage of negative. I am a firm believer when you look for the negative you find it and not only that you attract it. I also believe when you look for the positive you find it and guess what? You attract Positive!
Read MoreWe’ve had a fairly mild winter here in Kentucky with only a few sub freezing days and just a dusting of snow so far. That being said, it’s been gray and damp and the kind of weather that makes you want to curl up on the sofa not head to the studio or go after your goals. How do we get through winter and survive or better yet thrive? Here are some of my go-to tricks for making winter more tolerable and me more productive and happy!
Read MoreI imagine by now all have heard the horrible news of a helicopter crash that took the lives of nine people including Kobe Bryant and his daughter. It’s devastating to think about those losses and the families affected. Even though most of us can’t say we know these people, we can empathize and be saddened by lives cut short.
When I heard about Kobe’s death and realized he was only 41 my first thought was that’s younger than me!
Read MoreLast week Shine Pilates turned TWO! I can hardly believe it! On many levels the time has flown by. It seems like just yesterday I was signing a lease, crossing my fingers, and hoping for the best! I’m happy to report we’ve had a wonderful two years. Lots of friendship have been made, bodies have been strengthened, back pain alleviated, and so much more! I am beyond grateful to my Lexington Pilates family!
Read MoreI’ve been thinking about the New Year and what I might like to accomplish! Whether you call it a resolution or not it’s a good time to take stock and make an effort to move yourself forward towards where you’d like to be. I don’t believe resolutions need to lofty - sometimes they are things that have been hanging over my head and I just need some motivation to get done. Other times my goals are bigger - like opening a studio in Lexington in 2018 … that was a biggie!
Read MoreDo you pee a little when you work out? What about the trampoline or doing jumping jacks - have those become off limits for you for fear of tinkling? Well there is a myth out there that after you have a baby or as you age - that’s just how it is. Nope! Doesn’t have to be that way!
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Read MoreI have heard more times than I can count the comment, “but I don’t look like a Pilates student.” This usually comes from someone considering whether to try Pilates or not. It comes from someone with limited knowledge of the benefits of Pilates. It certainly comes from someone who doesn’t know what a Pilates student looks like.
Read MoreEvery time I attend a Pilates conference or Summit with multiple presenters and topics, I always find a central theme that emerges for me. This past week at the PMA conference in Monterey was no different. I took classes on tech neck, neurological conditions, the relationship between hips and knee issues, creative uses of the magic circle, using the trap table to facility mat work, and more. At first glance, these topics are quite different. But each session hit on one thing for me - Permission.
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