Equipment Highlight: The Foam Roller!

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I responded to a tweet today from a woman who spoke of the addition of weights to her Pilates practice making a huge difference. This got me thinking of all the amazing “accessories” that can be called up to enhance … Continue reading

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Pilates for Your Pregnancy (and After!)

As a mommy-to-be or new mommy, you undoubtedly know that these are crucial times to take the utmost care of your physical, mental, and emotional well being. There are many factors to consider when choosing an approach to wellness and … Continue reading

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Summer’s Coming! Time to Tone.

The benefits of Pilates are incredibly wide-ranging. Whether you want to increase flexibility, balance, endurance, or strength. Perhaps you’re a dancer looking to elongate your muscles to enhance the appearance of your performance. Or maybe you’re a golfer or tennis … Continue reading

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Why We Do What We Do!

Today I’m thinking about what inspires us to keep up the lifestyles we’ve chosen. If you’re reading this, I can only assume you share in the value of a healthy outlook; recognizing the importance of a well-rounded diet, physical activity, … Continue reading

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Pilates Mat Circuit

Are you ready to “meet” Pilates? Or maybe you’re seasoned on the Reformer, looking to mix things up? Well, I think it’s the perfect time to take your practice to the mat with Pilates Mat Circuit! You might be thinking, … Continue reading

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To Be Gluten Free?

Here in Chicago (er, everywhere), you’ve probably noticed the recent explosion of gluten free products lining the shelves of all the popular eateries, as well as your favorite health-minded grocery stores like Trader Joe’s and Whole Foods. Even your gal … Continue reading

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Happening at EMPS!

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Wondering what’s new and happening at the studio? This is the blog post for you… New Instructors! Meet Becky, Kathleen, and the newest edition to the EMPS family, Shannon! I am so excited to introduce such fantastic instructors to our … Continue reading

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Super Bowl Snack-Down!

It is that time of year to evaluate the ubiquitous, the notorious, the can’t-escape SUPER BOWL PARTY. Whether you love football, hate football, or are really just pretty indifferent the super bowl party finds it’s way into our social calendars … Continue reading

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An Opinion Piece: Paula Dean’s Announcement & All That Butter

This week, I must comment about what the health and wellness community has been buzzing about since earlier this week when Paula Deen announced her Type II Diabetes diagnosis. Before I begin my rant, I first want to say that … Continue reading

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New Year. Same You. New Habits.

I’m about to admit to something extremely silly that is, perhaps, unnecessary to reveal but I’m going to anyway. I was in fact thinking of this blog topic prior to watching Wheel of Fortune just now and seeing the puzzle … Continue reading

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