In case you need a reminder…
Pilates is all about breathing.
Deep, rhythmic breathing helps relax the nervous system and is an abdominal exercise. That's right, the three part breath (belly, ribs, chest), with pelvic floor and abdominal corset contractions on the exhale (lifting up and in), strengthens your powerhouse and calms you down all at the same time.
Box breathing is another effective way to relieve anxiety and stress, and you can do it anywhere. Just keep repeating this breath pattern:
Inhale 4, hold 4, exhale 4, hold 4
For as long as you need.
So simple, yet so effective!
Thanks so much for being a supporter of mine. It means the world to me.
-LL
Black Friday preview
Pilates teachers, for the first time ever I’ll be offering all of my pre-recorded continuing education workshops individually with optional 30-60 minute privates for Q & A.
Interested in doing some Pilates? Look for some special Strong Bones Pilates packages and programs.
Join me for this week’s online Strong Bones Pilates classes. Safe, effective, and fun!
Sunday 11/13, 2pm ET - Pilates with Weights
Monday 11/14, 2pm ET - Mixed-level Mat
Tuesday 11/15, 2pm ET - Pilates with Tye4 or Bands
Wednesday 11/16, 2pm ET - Pilates with Magic Circle & Roller
Sunday 11/13, 11am ET - 5 Best Exercises for Bone Health
Tuesday 11/15, 11am ET - Strong Bones Pilates Mat
Thursday 11/17, 11am ET - Pilates for Neck & Shoulder Pain
Listen to The Pilates Goddess Podcast
wherever you get your podcasts or click here. It just crossed the 3000 downloads mark! If you like it, please rate and review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts app.
A 4-week, Online, Guided Program
for women with chronic pain and osteoporosis
""When I received my osteoporosis diagnosis, I messaged my friend Lynda for some sessions to get the Classical Pilates modifications.
Lynda can see 20/20 through that webcam, and her osteoporosis-safe modifications are just as challenging as the original versions, if not more so.
"Lynda is creative, attentive and will work you hard - every part of you!
Her program is not just professional and accommodating but warm, personal, and tailored to your needs.
Nothing is too much trouble and she constantly comes up with new ideas to sort out any physical problems.
Highly recommend it!"
"As a Pilates professional, I focus on my client's issues every day, and not always my own.
When I was diagnosed with osteoporosis, I needed someone I trusted to lead me through safe exercise sessions for my own body.
I can't believe how much stronger I feel and how much better my balance is in just 4 weeks!
I highly recommend Strong Bones for any woman with osteoporosis."