4-Minute Booty Workout – The Balanced Life

Short on time? Give this 4-minute Pilates booty workout a try! In this workout, I’ll lead you through a series of exercises that help strengthen and tone the muscles in your lower body. CLICK HERE to view the workout on YouTube! Feel free to sneak this workout in when you don’t have much time, or add it on to another […]
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Say goodbye to sit-ups (and how to get a really strong core)

Let’s talk about core strength. First, a few misconceptions about what it means to have a strong core: The best way to get a strong core is to do a lot of sit-ups Strong abs = a strong core A flat tummy/thin midsection = a strong core Nope, nope, nope.  The truth is: Traditional sit-ups (as we knew them back […]
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How to get quicker & better results without crunches

BYE crunches! The days of simple sit-ups and crunches are gone. But this is good news! By learning how to engage your core muscles, specifically the transverse abdominis (TA) and pelvic floor, you’ll see quicker and BETTER results. So how do you properly engage your core to see these results? Find your muscles first Practice engaging the TA and pelvic …
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5 Pilates Exercises to Start your Day

No time for a full workout? No problem! Start your day with these 5 energizing Pilates exercises. You’ll move, breathe, strengthen, and tone through gentle movements that will leave you feeling ready to take on the day! And make sure to download your FREE PDF of these exercises to keep on hand anytime you need a quick Pilates workout. << …
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