How GYROTONIC® Stimulates the Vagus Nerve Did you know that you have a nerve that connects your brain, heart, and gut? It’s called the vagus nerve and keeping it healthy is important for your overall health. The word vagus comes from the Latin for “wandering” and this nerve is essentially the top commander of the […]
What Makes Water So Important?
What Makes Water So Important? By: Stephanie Ruopp We all know how important it is to get enough sleep. But in the past few decades, we’ve also been frequently told how important it is to hydrate. Before that though, the term “hydrate” was almost unheard of. So what changed? What makes water so important? Well, […]
How Pilates Aids Digestion
How Pilates Aids Digestion By: Stephanie Ruopp . Happy New Year! With so much great food, drink, and celebration last month, we hope your holidays were truly wonderful. Of course, with all of the food, drink, and revelry that comes with the season, it’s not unusual to feel a bit sluggish when the holidays pass. […]
Managing Stress with Pilates & GYROTONIC®
By: Stephanie Ruopp Managing Stress with Pilates and GYROTONIC® Are you feeling more stressed than usual? It’s not uncommon for stress to rear its not-so-pretty head around late September and early October. Heading back to school or just returning to a routine can be tough. And it doesn’t take long for stress to seep into […]
Benefits of Combining Pilates with Physical Therapy
By: Stephanie Ruopp After an injury or surgery, it’s pretty standard practice to go to physical therapy. And if you’ve ever had physical therapy, you’ve probably noticed that they recommend laying off your exercise program. They want you to put a halt on your running, spinning or boot camp exercises. And with good reason. But […]