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FAQ's, Prop Lists & Referrals

Whether you still have a few questions about classical pilates you'd like answered, you're interested in ordering some props or you're curious about other referrals Sara has recommended, this page should help answer you if not please message me directly!

Frequently asked questions

Prop List to help advance your at home experience:

Most of these links will send you directly to Amazon but you can also find a lot of these now at Target or at your local sporting goods store...

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Magic Circle

Joseph Pilates used this back in the day but a metal version. You'll soon have a love/hate relationship with this prop since there is NO cheating, it will quickly help you connect to your powerhouse and find muscles you didn't even know you had!

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Foam Roller

I would suggest 36 inches, you want to be able to lay your spine on it. We will be able to use the roller for self massage but also to simulate some reformer, tower & barrel work! Lighter roller is easier to balance(beginner) than the dense/harder colors (more advanced).

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Portable Reformer

This portable reformer is a great price point to see if this is something that will work for you and your space. Feel free to reach out with any questions you may have, there are ways to make this a more classical reformer set up depending on your preferences.

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Small Weights

Feel free to even grab water bottles or cans from the pantry if that's easier, they usually list the oz at the bottom. For Pilates we suggest between 1-3 lbs. they can be utlilized to challenge your mat work, wall work and some standing arm work!

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Pinky Ball

We will be able to use these for self massage and some TLC more specifically footwork. These are the most portable way to mimic some of the foot corrector exercises and the footwork from the reformer. We spend hours on our feet let's help them connect and stengthen.

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Short Box & Pole

The added box and pole help for a more full reformer workout as well as on the mat. You start to focus more on movement and posture in a more dynamic way. Challenge your spine in every directions possible controlling your full range of motion at difference angles. 

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Therabands

You will see different colors options, I would suggest to go with the Theraband Brand since they have better quality. Lighter resistance for arms(yellow/red) and heavier for legs(green/blue). They're a great way to simulate the spring/tower work!

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TheraLoops

These have recently become more popular and have found their way into some Pilates mat work to challenge your midline and connecting your limbs to your powerhouse in a more intermediate way. Also, easier than tying knots in your therabands for some of the sidekick legwork fun :P 

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Spine Corrector

This is a great apparatus to add to your mat work to help take your spine in new variations and restore it's natural curves. You get help with posture as well as more challenge to some of the exercises you already know but in new and exciting variations!

Friends and Fellow Instructor Referrals:

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MaryAnngeline Medenas

Yoga Instructor

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A yoga studio for any person interested in learning more about their body by cultivating awareness through movement, breath and creativity. This space serves all levels of practice, from basic to the advanced mover. Try free for 7 days.

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Lucy Seligman

Empowering You to Unlock the Best Version of Yourself

When living in Japan in my 20s, I suddenly found myself with a paralyzing fear of flying. Given that my family was in the US, I knew I had to take action. I met with a hypnotherapist and after one week, the fear had subsided and I was able to fly again.

Little did I know this would be a fixed point of time in my life as I would eventually circle back to become a certified hypnotherapist myself.

Through the HCH Hypnotherapy Institute, I developed skills in gaining rapport, listening and observation, and guiding clients in relaxation techniques, guided visualization, meditation techniques, stress management and mind-body pain management.

I also have additional trainings and certifications including: Certificate in Stress Management, Medical Hypnotherapy Certification, Energy Therapy Certification, Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), Sandplay Training, Energy Boundaries & Chakra Clearing, and Ericksonian Pain Management.

I am also a Reiki Master, published author, and Founder of ThanksForTheMeal.net.

Not one to stop there, though, I also graduated with a life coach certification from the Wisdom of the Whole Coaching academy.

When it comes to living your best life, it’s essential that your mind, body, and spirit flow in harmony with one another – this is why I offer Zen Coaching services.

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Danielle Pascente

Virtual Personal Training App 

An established personal trainer, fitness expert, and creator of the DP Training Guides

Danielle can be found as the lead trainer for FitOn App, BeFit, featured on Studio Tone It Up & Pop Sugar Fitness. Danielle was recently named "trending fitness star" by Shape Magazine. She's been in the industry for over a decade and is responsible for thousands of women's transformations online. Danielle has a loyal, connected, and engaged community the #DPFITCREW.

She is a firm believer in finding a healthy relationship with exercise. Her programs are scalable, modifiable, and form focused. Danielle focuses on the mental health benefits of working out and stresses the importance of creating simple, digestible habits that make all the difference in the long run when it comes to consistency. Danielle will challenge you for sure - but she's so empathetic to different seasons of life and you can really create your own schedule with her programs!

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We have the power to effect change in our bodies. We have the power to relieve pain, prevent injury and optimize movement. And with this program, I'm going to provide you with all the tools to bulletproof your body.

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A one-on-one session with me is $300/evaluation. I created The Mobility Method to reach more people and to make it afforable for you to optimize your body in your own home. I'm so excited for your journey to start. 

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