Archive for September, 2009
What Can Pilates Do For You?
In just a few weeks (2-3 classes / week), you will notice the following results: Increased Mind / Body Connection Improved Posture Relieve Back / Joint Pain Improve Flexibility, Agility and Balance As workouts intensify and stamina increases, you will begin to see dramatic transformatio
What Can I Say about Rhonda Priestner?
Professional, intuitive, well rounded, motivator, walks her talk and if that's not enough she's cute as a button. She has quality machines and employs each in her training sessions. She not only gives the best instruction during her sessions but she continues to give you the movitation you need fo
It Doesn’t Get Any Better than Ronda
She is absolutely wonderful! As much as I hate getting out of bed to go to pilates, as soon as I get there she works me out to the max, and at the end of the session I am so happy I came. She has helped me tone my body, has helped tremendously with my flexibility and stretching, and has helped in
Forbidden Black Rice Nestled in Roasted Acorn Squash
The medley of vibrant orange and black in this dish welcomes October to the table. Winter squash are available from August through March, however, they are at their prime in October- November. They offer a very good source of Vitamins B1 and C, folic acid, pantothenic acid, fiber, and potassium.
Pilates & Rehabilitation
The Pilates principle of core stabilization addresses posture, muscle performance and motor control - the same concepts that form the basis of most orthopedic rehabilitation and therapy. Physical Therapists are using Pilates successfully to treat many common conditions and diseases, including: C
How Does Pilates Work?
Pilates is an innovative system of mind-body exercise. The principles of Pilates emphasize body awareness, efficient breathing techniques, and quality of movement. The focus of Pilates is to connect you with your deeper muscle layers in the joints, core and extremities. Conventional workouts fa
Cold Tomato and Cucumber Soup with Avocado
With their high levels of lycopene, tomatoes protect cells. Paired with the fiber, good fatty acids, magnesium, potassium and antioxidants in avocados, this refreshing soup is a perfect marriage in a bowl. For a heartier bowl add 1/2 cup of cooked brown rice before serving and or a protein: cooke
