For years, I didn’t get the hype around the Bird Dog exercise. It felt too easy, too basic — more like a warm-up than a workout. Bird...

Poor posture, core weakness and muscle imbalances can make your back hurt after standing too long. (And no, it’s not just because you’re...

Plyometrics—also known as jump training—isn’t just for elite athletes. It’s a critical tool for women, especially those approaching...

Speakeasy Pilates brand new reformer (our 5th!) is up and running! And honestly, it’s as if we had the fifth reformer all along. Almost...

My top 4 strengthening exercises for sciatica

My top 4 stretches to ease the pain of sciatica. They're all oldies, but goodies! So many people suffer from this debilitating condition....

Does this body look like it has "gluteal amnesia?" Nah... One major clue: You sit all the time , aka “chair ass.” Other signs you might...

Weak glutes can set you up for injury. "Gluteal amnesia." It’s a real thing. And quite common. Especially among those of us who sit a lot...

If you love Pilates, whether on the mat or on the equipment, the sweet spot for most people is two to three times per week . This will...

How do you know you have a muscle imbalance? Here’s an easy way to think of it: Do you do the same thing over and over (this includes...

I have a confession. I started posting workout videos online. I resisted it forever. Why? I'm afraid of making an ass out of myself. But...

I would love it if you would consider signing up for Speakeasy's monthly/bimonthly newsletter (I typically publish once to twice a...

Some of you may recall that I had issues with the wheels and rails on my latest STOTT V2 Max Reformer Bundle I purchased in the spring of...

I’ve been in business for five years and only now got a sign. Why did I wait so long? Because what legit speakeasy has a sign? My thought...

Pilates vs. weight lifting: Which is better for building muscle? It depends on your objective. If your objective is to increase muscle...

Are you sick of mindless scrolling? Me too! To ward off what feels like a ballooning social media addiction (it’s not entirely my fault;...

Good Energy by Dr. Casey Means is about how so many common diseases and symptoms in the United States are rooted in what she calls...

Why summer's favorite footwear (flip-flops!) might not be so great for your feet. As a Pilates reformer instructor, I'm always studying...

If you’ve come to Speakeasy in the last month or so, you’ve probably heard me complain about my brand new Stott V2 Max reformer. My janky...

Sweaty hands and feet during Pilates? It’s more common than you think — blame your eccrine glands. Here’s why your grip slips on the...