The Secret to Sticking With Exercise

Twenty-five years. That's longer than many gym memberships last...by about twenty-four years. How many times have you bought a gym membership and cancelled after a few months (or even less)? This week I found myself wondering why Pilates is the one form of exercise I've never wanted to quit. The answer surprised me—and it might change the way you think about building a movement practice.

What if one workshop could change how your back feels?

What if one hour could help your back feel taller, stronger, and more balanced? In this workshop, you’ll experience the OOV®—a uniquely supportive tool designed to help lengthen the spine, wake up deep core muscles, improve balance, and create more ease in the way your body moves.
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Are Your Hips Trying to Tell You Something?

Many aches we blame on getting older actually begin in our hips. Learn why healthy hips matter, discover the common warning signs, and see simple exercises you can start practicing today.

NEW Wednesday Morning Small Group Reformer Session

After celebrating a client success story the other day (we never seem to get tired of hearing how Pilates is making a difference in someone's life!), Shannon and I found ourselves talking about something completely different. Somewhere along…

Show Up for Yourself All Summer Long ☀️

If you know me very well, you know I’m usually listening to a book…or five…at any given time. 😊 My current read is The Expectation Effect by David Robson. It’s all about how our mindset can influence our health, habits and even the…
Carey Sadler, Owner RivercityPilates

Celebrate Pilates Day with Us at Rivercity Pilates on May 2

There’s something really special about International Pilates Day. It’s a chance to celebrate movement… to try something new… and to be reminded that taking care of your body doesn’t have to feel intimidating or overwhelming.   …

Intro to Balance Training: Why It Matters More Than You Think

Most people don’t realize that balance begins to decline after age 40. It’s not just about standing on one leg. Balance is influenced by strength, coordination, and reaction time—all of which naturally change as we age. But here’s…

What’s the Big Deal About Foam Rollers? (And Why We Use Them in Pilates)

Have you ever wondered why foam rollers seem to be everywhere lately?    Or maybe you’ve seen one in the studio and thought… What would I even do with that? Here’s the truth: a foam roller isn’t just for stretching or “rolling…

Curious About Strength Training? This Intro Session Is the Perfect Place to Start

Most women know that strength training is important.  But knowing it’s important and knowing where to begin are two very different things. Maybe you’ve wondered: Am I doing the exercises correctly? How heavy should the weights…

March MATness Challenge at Rivercity Pilates

10 Exercises. One Month. A Noticeable Difference. What would happen if you practiced Pilates Mat consistently for one month? Not randomly.Not when it’s convenient.But 3 times a week — or even every day. Here’s what we’ve seen happen: •…

March Matness & The Power of a Consistent Pilates Mat Practice

If you’ve been around Pilates for a while, you may have heard the term March Matness. (It’s a Pilates thing — and I’ll explain more about that in a separate post on March 1!)    But as I was thinking about how we could celebrate March…

Curious About Pilates? This 4-Week Beginner Series Is the Perfect Place to Start

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Have you ever been curious about Pilates… but unsure where to begin? Maybe you’ve watched a class and thought, That looks interesting… but I’m not sure I’d know what I’m doing.    Or maybe you’ve taken equipment sessions and…