I love teaching Pilates to men. There… I said it. And here’s why: they tend to start skeptical, really work hard, and greatly benefit from […]
Connecting Pilates and Strength Training: Maria Andresino on the Rhody Strength Podcast
For many years, I have been heralding the benefits of Pilates combined with Strength Training. It was my great pleasure to introduce Pilates to Dr. Matt Sweeney of Strength and Sport Physical Therapy. He’s the host of the Rhody Strength Podcast which features conversations with athletes […]
Add Cross-Training to Your Workout
As an owner of a Pilates studio, people assume I just do Pilates 5-6 days a week and that’s all I need. Clients are surprised […]
That Annoying Knot
Do you Have Pigeon Head? I’ve been teaching fitness for over 20 years and have had hundreds of bodies under my hands so it’s safe […]
“I Have Osteopenia. What Should I Do?”: Osteoporosis and Exercise
As a Pilates Teacher and Personal Trainer, I’ve been asked this question quite often lately. Perhaps it’s because of our aging society; or perhaps its […]
Hypermobility Part 2: Embracing “Wonky” Joints
Want to Know if You Are Hypermobile? Click Here to Read Part 1 In Part 1 of this blog: “Am I Hypermobile and Why Should […]
Hypermobility Part 1: AM I Hypermobile and Why Should I care?
What is Hypermobility? Did you amaze your friends when you were a child by performing tricks like putting your feet behind your head or popping […]
Confessions of an Endomorph
Confession #1: I Married an Ectomorph. Don’t get me wrong, I love my husband. We have a great relationship but sometimes, just sometimes I wish […]