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This week I had my final session … for now with one of my snowbirds. She’ll be back in the Fall but it’s time for her to return to Wisconsin. When she came to me she explained her circumstances. After retiring with the goal of golfing more, she unfortunately has been plagues with many issues and several surgeries. All of this had left her not able to golf.
As with any new client it’s a bit of trial and error figuring out what works and what doesn’t. I look at it like a puzzle.
Read MoreLike most of you - I have high expectations for myself. I want to succeed and achieve my goals. This can be a great quality when it comes to working hard, following a plan, and succeeding in life. It is also something that needs to be kept in check when learning something new. It’s not realistic to try something new and be a pro!
That is where our expectations don't match reality.
Read MoreI don’t usually remember my dreams but the other night I did and it was very vivid. They say dreams can tell us things and maybe that’s true because this dream while quirky certainly told me a thing or two. Let’s dive in for fun!
Read MoreI love Pilates because of how it makes me feel and how it prepares me for all the other things I want to do. I spend my days in the studio preaching good posture, use of the core, engaging abdominal muscles and more. It’s something I am passionate about because I’ve seen the results in myself and so many others. Given this - it might surprise you to know I have realized lately, I wasn’t taking my own advice!
Read MoreI have found when I am traveling by car to a destination like a vacation or getaway it is fun and exciting. I have anticipation. If it’s a new destination there are often so many new sights to take in as well. I usually also have a podcast or two I’ve been looking forward to listening to on my drive.
Read MoreIt’s Thanksgiving weekend and I’ve had some time to take a deep breath or two and relax. I always find Thanksgiving to be a time of contemplation. It’s a time to take stake of what is good and appreciate the opportunities, people, and accomplishments in my life.
This Thanksgiving has me thinking about what Pilates has done for me.
Read MoreAs many of you know I recently moved into my new home! It's been an exciting and busy time! Last week I spent my free time hauling car load after car load of my belongings to the new house.
By Saturday morning my back was aching from a week of heavy lifting.
Read MoreEarlier this week I had a fellow Pilates Teacher come to the studio for a private session. I had met her in Austin back in May at the Align Pilates Summit. She lives in Nashville not far from where I used to live but we never met there. Her parents live here in Surprise. Small World!
Read MoreI’ve talked about your why before - the reason you choose to do Pilates. It is different for just about everyone. For some it’s about toning up. For others it’s about bone health and building strength. For some it’s an hour of de-stressing and coping. And for others it’s rehab. Whatever your why, I am glad you are choosing to Shine with me and with Shine Pilates.
Read MoreThe other day I went to a concert and bought a bottle of Dasani Water. It was $8.75! I remember when it seemed ridiculous to pay $4 for the same water. It’s no secret that prices have gone up in a lot of places due to inflation. There are some items we just need - like water when you are thirsty. We have to bite the bullet and pay the higher price in these instances.
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