“back pain”

Settle or Thrive. You Decide.

By Amber | January 18th

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At the ripe young age of 13 I was doubled over in back pain daily. Stress fractures in my lumbar 4 and 5 vertebrae threatened my ability to twirl and fly across the floor in ballet. After months of chiropractic adjustments, massage and serious core workouts I was able to continue dancing without further damage.

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Breath, Posture and Your Six Pack

By Amber | July 21st

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Last Summer I unrolled a quick pilates video designed to help you sculpt a six pack, breathe easier and stand taller. It was a huge hit with thousands of views! I took the idea and went in-depth over the last year to develop the ultimate wellness six pack videos series. I’m elated to announce that

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3 Minute Energy Boosting Breath and Posture Exercise

By Amber | February 17th

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Are you keeping up with the world? Living in a completely wired city like San Francisco has me checking my iphone and computer first thing in the morning. And while I have to check in and make sure all my appointments with clients are set, the last thing I want to do is jump into

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Pilates Mat Form For Chiseled Core Strength

By Amber | January 3rd

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I had a few minutes today between my back care class and private clients to film a quick mat sequence for you. Pilates mat fundamentals and form are crucial for stellar posture, core strength and easing back pain. Any new year resolution popping into mind? Learn the hundreds, roll up, double and single leg stretch

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Breath, Posture And A Six Pack

By Amber | June 18th

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The sun’s warm rays are finally seeping into my San Franciscan bones. Waking up at 6am to blue sky is all I need to spring out of bed with a smile. The summer solstice, the longest day of the year (and my birthday!) is next Monday! I don’t know about you, but when the sun

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Neck And Shoulder Release For Perfect Posture

By Amber | May 28th

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Last time I addressed posture I had you face down on the mat strengthening the back of your shoulders into proper alignment. Today we release tension in the neck, chest and front of the shoulders to facilitate perfect posture. The most typical hunch or rounding of the shoulders stems from a weak upper back and

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Hip And Low Back Opening Sequence

By Amber | May 23rd

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The average American sits between 8-11 hours per day. That’s a total of 2,920 hours a year of crunching our low backs with poor posture and cultivating tension in our hips. And we wonder why our backs ache?! For ultimate spine and hip longevity you’ll need to open those cramped spaces daily. Whether you suffer

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