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  • Reformer Set Up

    Gabrielle has a few smart tips to help you dial in your Reformer settings—so it fits your body just right.

  • Tips for Modifications

    Gabrielle shares her go-to tips for smart Pilates modifications—so you can move in a way that works for your body.

  • What Is The Core?

    Knowing what the core is and what it does is essential in understanding Pilates. Gabrielle breaks it all down.

  • How To Engage Your Core

    In this 14 minute session, Gabrielle guides you through correct core engagement. This is great for anyone wanting to reconnect to all parts of their core (pelvic floor, transverse abs, multifidi, and diaphragm).

  • Releasing the Core

    Find out how to release your core, and why it's just as important as knowing how to engage it.

  • What Is Doming?

    Doming: the opposite of engaging your core. Gabrielle breaks it down so you can avoid this during all of your workouts.

  • The Pelvis: Let's Talk Alignment

    What does it mean to have a titled pelvis, how does it affect the body, and what can you do about it? Gabrielle breaks it all down in this must-watch posture video—helping you understand your alignment and how to improve it.

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  • Shoulders: Let's Talk Alignment

    Shoulders are complex—which is why Gabrielle breaks down a few common alignment issues. Learn how small adjustments can lead to better posture and help you feel your best, now and in the long run.

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  • Feet: Let's Talk Alignment

    What do overpronated or supinated feet mean—and how do they impact your body? Gabrielle explains the importance of foot and ankle alignment and shares simple exercises you can do anytime, anywhere to help correct and support your foundation.

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  • Tech Neck

    What is tech neck—and how can you fix it? Gabrielle explains what’s really going on with forward head posture and guides you through two simple exercises to improve neck alignment anytime, anywhere.

    Check out this workout to help with tech neck and rounded shoulders: https://saranpilates.vhx.tv/...

  • Desk Posture Tips

    What does prolonged sitting or standing do to our bodies—and how can we undo it? Gabrielle shares simple exercises you can do right at your desk to counteract the effects and move through your day with more ease.

  • Plank Guide

    Planks facing front, planks facing back—let's go over a few variations so you can pick the best option for you to help you feel your strongest.

  • Flying Lunges Tutorial

    Helpful tips for fun variations of Flying Lunges! Get these to feel good on your body so you can move seamlessly through your power workouts.

  • Breath in Pilates

    How does breath help with movement? Gabrielle breaks it down under 3 minutes!

  • Longevity and Pilates

    Every time you take a Pilates class, it's like a placing a coin in your longevity bucket. Gabrielle explains why.

  • Neural Pathways and Pilates

    What are neural pathways? And how does Pilates help create new pathways?Gabrielle explains.

  • The Secret to Consistency

    Consistency is the key to unlocking a lifetime of feeling your very best. Gabrielle shares her top tip for staying consistent.