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Happy Holiday Surprise From Paradise

By Amber | December 24th

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As I sit bundled in a cozy cafe in Ocean Beach, San Diego surrounded by smiling, laughing people I can’t help but feel complete. The holiday season is absolute magic! I just landed after an unforgettable family vacation of a lifetime on the Caribbean island of Anguilla. This year, instead of buying stuff we don’t

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Sitting Kills: This Will Make You Want To Move

By Amber | November 7th

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How long have you been sitting today? If it’s been more than 30 mins pop up right now and do at least 15 jumping jacks before you read this. Throw in a few side bends and roll downs while you’re at it. As a pilates instructor I work diligently with all my clients and classes

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Show Up

By Amber | September 18th

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“I’m too tired, I have errands to run, and a full inbox, it’s a mission to get to the studio, my favorite yoga pants are dirty, my back hurts, I just don’t feel like it…” What are your excuses for neglecting your body? I know it’s Monday. The last thing you want to hear on

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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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Guppy or Dolphin?

By Amber | July 6th

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The heat is rising. Time to jump in the deep end. Whether you yearn to float among the kelp in emerald rolling waves, shred through chlorine in a fierce water polo match, or escape from Alcatraz, pilates can transform any guppy into a dolphin. Strength, grace, efficiency, speed, and flexibility epitomize a dolphins effortless style.

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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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Random Ways To Put More Movement Into Your Day

By Amber | September 26th

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Modern humans have quite the conundrum. Instead of spending all waking hours spear throwing, digging up roots, building shelter, cooking over a fire and playing with body paint, homo sapiens have evolved to sit and stare at a box. Well, maybe not a box anymore. More like a flat panel LCD, fold into your pocket, accomplish

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