Love Pilates and Mobility?
Coming off Valentine’s Day, I have to give major props to my husband. I woke up, came downstairs for my usual coffee and journaling routine, and there on my little coffee stand (as you can see in the picture above) was a beautiful bouquet of flowers and a bottle of wine. And how did I return the favor? I made him go to a yin yoga class! Because, let’s be real—my love language is movement. In this case, it was a slow and steady practice of holding poses to work on mobility. Check out the section below for some lower body focused mobility work. All of my Pilates clients are starting to experience my love for mobility.
Exciting Updates
I’ve officially made the switch to a new scheduling platform and will soon be offering live-stream classes! These classes will use props you can easily find at home—water bottles, hand weights, canned soup, belts, etc.
In the meantime, here are some events I’ll be participating in:
Windward 5K Lake Run: Saturday March 15th
Mat Class at Alpharetta Wellness Collective – March 29 5:30-6:15
OOV Class – March 28th 12-3:30
Would you be interested in a Livestream Class?
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What is Mobility, Really?
Mobility isn’t just sitting in a stretch. It’s about actively using your muscles to create movement. I’m integrating mobility work into all my Pilates sessions because if a joint can’t express its full range of motion, compensations will happen above or below that joint—leading to motor control issues and, eventually, injuries.
Check out this simple yet effective ankle mobility exercise! Over the next few newsletters, I’ll be releasing mobility strategies for each major joint of the body—but there’s a catch! You’ll need to join my Facebook group to get access.
Fiber February: A Heart-Healthy Recipe
Continuing with the Fiber February theme, here’s one of my favorite fiber-rich meals:
Spaghetti Squash with Shrimp & Tomato Sauce
Swap out traditional spaghetti noodles for spaghetti squash
Top with a tomato-based sauce and shrimp
Add fresh basil for flavor
This dish is high in protein, fiber-rich, heart-healthy, and great for keeping cholesterol low. Plus, it’s delicious!
As I step into new territory by expanding my offerings with live-stream classes, I admit—it’s a bit daunting. But just like starting a new movement practice can feel overwhelming, I remind myself why I love Pilates. Yes, the equipment may look intimidating, but it can be adapted for every body. I take pride in tailoring every workout to the individual in front of me, adjusting based on their needs, with a focus on strength, balance, alignment, and mobility.
If there’s one thing I can encourage you to do, it’s this: Take five minutes—anyone can find five minutes in their day—to move your body in some way. If you’re not moving at all, start small. Try the mobility video.
Remember: Action leads to motivation, not the other way around.
If you already have an active routine but push yourself hard, mobility is a gift you give yourself to maintain function as you age. Don’t let the fear of the unknown stop you. No more excuses—dive in. I’d love for you to join me on this journey.
“Two roads diverged in a wood, and I— I took the one less traveled by, And that has made all the difference.” – Robert Frost
Join me. Let’s move, grow, and thrive together!
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