I'm so excited to announce that three expert Pilates instructors are officially joining us at The Balanced Life!
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Gentle Full Body Stretch – The Balanced Life
Gratitude Meditation: Benefits, Tips and Technique • Yoga Basics
In gratitude meditation, you focus your attention on feeling grateful and appreciative. Centering our mind on positive emotions while breathing slowly and deeply promotes a peaceful heart, a clear mind, and a balanced body.
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The 8 Best Yoga Books for Beginners • Yoga Basics
The best yoga books for beginners should include the history of yoga, yogic philosophy, instructions on yoga poses, basic breathing techniques and meditation techniques.
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The Best Sun Salutation (Surya Namaskar) Videos on Youtube • Yoga Basics
We have compiled the best free surya namaskar videos from YouTube. These videos explain and teach you how to do the poses correctly, while providing modifications and tips for beginners.
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Pelvic Floor Strengthening Workout – The Balanced Life
It’s time to make your pelvic floor a priority. No matter your age or stage of life, maintaining a healthy pelvic floor can be challenging, but it’s essential. It’s no secret that pelvic floor issues can be embarrassing – like annoying urinary leaks when you sneeze, run, or jump or discomforts in the bathroom and the bedroom. It’s a key […]
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The Importance of a Daily Yoga Practice • Yoga Basics
My youngest daughter is fond of saying: “If you want to be a runner, you have to run; and if you want to be a weightlifter, you have to lift weights.” A
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5 Pilates exercises for a strong core
There are so many reasons to love Pilates, but at the top of the list is how efficient and enjoyable it is. We can all take 10 minutes during a busy day, roll out our mat, and get in an amazing workout – without even breaking a sweat! And Pilates is widely known as one of the most effective ways […]
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3 mental health benefits of Pilates
We often talk about the physical benefits of Pilates – such as increased strength and muscle tone, more flexibility, and better posture – but Pilates actually has numerous benefits for our mental and emotional health as well.
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Quick Full Body Pilates Workout
In this brand new full body Pilates workout, you'll build strength, reduce stress, and work your full body in just under 15 minutes.
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