Tag Archives: Core
Yoga versus Pilates
I am a full-time Pilates instructor, I make my living off of teaching alone. My clients who know I practice yoga daily ask me questions such as “what do you prefer yoga or Pilates”, “did yoga or Pilates get you … Continue reading
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Tagged Core, exercise, extension, flexion, happiness, movement, Nicola Yvette, NicolaYvette, Pilates, Pilates versus yoga, pose, spirituality, Strength, Vinyasa, Yoga
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The Hundred
The Hundred is something almost all Pilates classes start with (snnnnnooooooZZZZing). It is the breath that warms the core and preps the body for the class; inhale 2,3,4,5 and exhale 2,3,4,5. It becomes easier the more you do it and … Continue reading
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Tagged 100nd, abdominals, Abs, Core, Hundred, Nicola Yvette, Pilates, Pilates Bootcamp, practice, Strength, Yoga
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Crow Pose
Crow Pose, Bakasana, is one of the easier arm balances to do. My first attempt I fell on my face, you will too, but dust yourself off and get back on those arms. Anything is achievable if you practice and … Continue reading
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Tagged bakasana, Core, crane pose, crow pose, exercise, fun, movement, Nicola Yvette, NicolaYvette, Pilates, pose, Strength, Yoga
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Quick Pilates/Cardio Workout
Its Friday, I am rushing around and you are too, so here is a quick workout for all of you who need to speed through it. Note that is will only really make sense if you have taken my Pilates … Continue reading
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Tagged Abs, Bootcamp, Core, Nicola Yvette, NicolaYvette, Pilates, Rolling Like a Ball, running, Strength, Workout
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