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Pilates for Better Sleep

Trying to improve the quality of your sleep? Give this new Pilates for Better Sleep routine a try! This Pilates workout includes a balance of movement and stretching to help you reduce stress, relieve tension, wind down, and prepare for a good night of sleep. Click here to watch on Youtube. And Sisterhood members, this

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Favorite books to add to your reading list

If you’ve been following along for a while, you’ve probably noticed I love to read. I always have a few books on my nightstand and a very long “to be read” list. I often get asked what books I recommend when it comes to living a balanced life, so I’m compiling some of my favorites

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Minimalism Strategies with Kids

Simplifying reduces stress. Not just for us, but also for our kids. With 4 little ones in the house our home is anything but calm and serene. We are a loud bunch (sorry neighbors!) Someone is always running or jumping off of the furniture, someone is usually crying, someone is always singing, and on top

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Lower Body Pilates Routine

Are you ready to strengthen and tone your lower body in just 10 minutes? Sometimes all we have is 10 minutes to fit in a quick workout and as we believe here at The Balanced Life, 10 minutes is always better than zero minutes. Fit this workout in while dinner is in the oven, on

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3 mental health benefits of Pilates

Hi friends, I want to talk about the “unseen” benefits of Pilates…⁣⁠ We often talk about the physical benefits of Pilates – such as increased strength and muscle tone, more flexibility, and better posture – but Pilates actually has numerous benefits for our mental and emotional health as well. ⁠Here are three “unseen” benefits of

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3 things you can do to feel better right now

Are you in need of a little boost today? We’ve all been there. Mid-day we start to feel kind of sluggish, or just need a reset before taking on the rest of the day. If you can relate, here are three things you can do to feel better right now… Drink a glass of water

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Quick Full Body Pilates Workout

How long do you think you need for a full body workout? An hour? 30 minutes? How about 15 minutes? That’s right. In this brand new workout, you’ll build strength, reduce stress, and work your full body in just under 15 minutes. We keep things simple and realistic at The Balanced Life. And we know that

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Side Plank for Beginners

Do you struggle with side plank? If you do, you are NOT alone. There’s a reason it’s become the “unofficial” exercise of The Balanced Life Sisterhood and why we see so many side plank photos from members sharing their excitement when they finally reach their goal of doing a full side plank! Side plank is

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Pilates for Beginners Workout

Looking for a Pilates for Beginners workout that’s quick and effective? Look no further! In this workout, we’ll start out slow with some breathing warm-up exercises, and then I’ll lead you through a series of strength-building Pilates exercises – modifications included!⁠You’ll end this workout feeling more centered, energized, and aware of your body and breath.

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10-Minute Reformer on the Mat Workout

If you are craving a great reformer workout, but lacking a reformer at home, then you’re going to love this 10-minute workout you can do from home! This 10-minute Reformer on the Mat workout was inspired by many exercise done on the reformer, but they can be done right on your mat. In 10 minutes,

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10 minute Pilates workout

10-Minute Full Body Ring Workout

I’ve received many requests for a new Pilates ring workout and I’m excited to share a new one with you today! The Pilates ring is an incredibly versatile and lightweight prop that allows you to incorporate resistance training into your Pilates practice. Using a Pilates ring can help you engage the proper muscles and adjust

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Foam Roller Stretches for upper + lower back

Do you struggle with tension in your upper and lower back or are you looking to help improve your overall mobility? Then this foam roller routine is for you! In this quick workout, I’m going to lead you through a few stretches that you can do with your foam roller to help release tension in

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