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Here are some plank variations.  Those of you who know me well know I'm a perfectionist and so I am going to correct my own form.  During the point and flex variation, when both feet are moving, my free leg shouldn't be lifting and lowering.  This is an indication...

Here are some ideas to strengthen the pelvic floor.  These exercises will help with delivery and also are great preventative exercises for incontinence.  These exercises can be done pre and/or post pregnancy as well.  The upper body exercises are added to help...

Hey Everyone, I had a request for some prenatal videos.  The first video is tips of things to be aware of when you are practicing Pilates and are pregnant.  The second video is exercises to replace your prone work since you can no longer lie on your stomach.  I will...

1tbsp olive oil 2 cloves garlic, chopped 2 cup of quinoa 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese 2 tbsp pine nuts, toasted - You can used sliced almonds too 1/3 cup marinara sauce 1/2 cup shredded part skim mozzarella cheese 1.  Preheat oven to 350F - Spritz baking pan...

These exercises focus on thoracic extension as well as shoulder rotation.  To make this more challenging you can add weight to the hands.  But avoid if there is shoulder pain or tension in the neck.  Remember to always work on back exercises just as much as...

These exercises can be done with or without a band.  To further challenge yourself either place the top hand behind your head or elevate the feet off the floor.  Keep the upper body strong and stacked by keeping the abdominals engaged, which will prevent the top...

Great point, we quite often forget that tight muscles in other areas of the body can create referral pain.  Although, if you are sore in the back, be careful about arching backwards.  It may be better to keep a straight back until you increase flexibility in the hip...

May 15, 2010, two friends and I had decided we wanted to see a friend play live at one of the local clubs.  On our way there, we were sitting patiently at a red light, when all of a sudden my car went flying.  I turned to see if everyone was okay and I watched the...