Nadia RodriguezAug 18, 20211 minFroggie Ab SeriesLooking for an interesting new abdominal exercise? Try this 🐸 froggie series that builds from simple thoracic and hip flexion to...
Nadia RodriguezAug 11, 20211 minSingle-Leg Plank TuckLooking for a way to strengthen your plank game that involves more than just holding a plank? Try this exercise! What's the hardest part...
nadia6808Aug 4, 20211 minSeated lateral flexion with exercise bandThis exercise is a great example of how Pilates training interfaces strength and stretch oriented exercises. This particular exercise...
nadia6808Jul 28, 20211 minSpringboard & Slider Reverse LungesThis lunge series utilizes both sliders and a springboard. Don't have a springboard? Try 3-6 lb weights. Don't have sliders? Try a...
Nadia RodriguezJul 21, 20211 minLateral Dead BugDoes abdominal work have your neck feeling cranky? Not all abdominal work has to involve supine thoracic flexion, i.e., laying on your...
Nadia RodriguezJul 14, 20211 minSlider Pike SwanThis fun exercise involves a pike-up, push-up, and swan! It's great for developing abdominal, back, shoulder, and arm strength! Give it a...
Nadia RodriguezJul 7, 20211 minQuadruped Hip Ext/Abd/Circles ExerciseIf you've been taking class with me for a while, you know this is an oldie, but a goodie. This exercise feels great after sitting for too...
Nadia RodriguezJun 30, 20211 minFoam Roller Bridging - 3 VariationsLooking for a way to spice up hip bridging? Try it on a roller! Show us your favorite bridge variation.
Nadia RodriguezJun 30, 20212 minBodytonic Pilates - COVID Restrictions & Schedule UpdatesI hope you are all having a nice week and enjoying this classic temperate NW weather following the unbelievable heat we experienced...
Nadia RodriguezJun 24, 20211 minArabesque Balance Series - 3 VariationsYou may have noticed a slight theme - we love arabesque inspired exercises! Why? Because they are a great opportunity to strengthen your...
Nadia RodriguezJun 16, 20211 minExercise Ball Plank - 3 variationsLooking for exercises that challenge your abdominals and sense of balance? If so, these planks are for you! Is there an exercise that...
Nadia RodriguezJun 7, 20211 minQuadruped Hip CirclesSitting or standing in one position for too long. Try this quadruped hip circle exercise. It feels especially great after or before...
Nadia RodriguezMay 31, 20211 minSchedule Updates!I hope you are all enjoying your long holiday weekend! I have some exciting news to share with you. Many of you have expressed that you...
Nadia RodriguezMay 14, 20211 minMask & Physical Distancing Guidance UpdateAs many of you know, yesterday, the CDC released guidance stating that fully vaccinated individuals may resume activities they were doing...
Nadia RodriguezFeb 8, 20211 minArabesque/Bicycle MashupThis post is sort of an extension of my previous post on Upstretch. Arabesque is a dynamic exercise and one of my favorites because you...
Nadia RodriguezFeb 1, 20211 minCan Pilates Help Your Yoga Practice?Can Pilates Help Your Yoga Practice! Why yes, it can! This video is of Dr.Oz performing a classic Sun Salutation flow. Dr.Oz does an...
Nadia RodriguezJan 29, 20212 minThe Benefits of Live Stream Exercise Classes Over Prerecorded ClassesSince the start on the pandemic, virtual fitness classes have exploded. Many of you know there are two main avenues to participate in...
Nadia RodriguezJan 25, 20211 minChicken Noodle Salad -Eating WellMy personal definition of healthy eating incorporates the following ideals: As often as possible organic, hormone-free, antibiotic-free,...
Nadia RodriguezJan 18, 20211 minUp Stretch VideoPlanking is all the rage and with good reason! It strengthens arm, shoulder, abdominal, back, and hip muscles. Want the specifics? Or...
Nadia RodriguezJan 11, 20211 minAnother Benefit of Mini-WorkoutsExercising can be really intimidating, especially for populations that have poor health habits, lack of exercise aside. However, more...