“low 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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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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Effort Meets Grace

By Amber | August 9th

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How is your body feeling today? After long days of dancing and teaching this is the first question I wake up asking. It’s also how I welcome every client into the studio. Our bodies are message boards of vital information. They showcase our emotions, stress and tension. When we release that tension, and free the

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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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How To Build A Cat Spine Of Steel

By Amber | June 10th

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I could chat all day about the importance of building AND maintaining perfect posture. Increased self confidence, breath capacity, digestive ease, core strength (flat abs!) and stress/tension relief are just a few of the reasons we all want to build flexible cat like spines of steel. The pilates method and principles specifically target the core

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