Many women in their 40s and 50s notice it: despite eating healthy and exercising, stubborn belly fat seems harder to lose. One of the biggest culprits? Cortisol, also known as the stress hormone.

What to Eat Before and After a Pilates Session

Spending long hours at your desk? You’re not alone! Sitting too much can lead to stiff shoulders, tight hips, and back pain. Luckily,...

You don’t need a mat, special equipment, or even a full hour to keep your body feeling strong and supple between Pilates classes. Just a...

Even When You’re Away from Home Summer holidays are meant for relaxing, recharging, and enjoying life a little more. But that doesn’t...

After the age of 25, your body begins to produce less collagen, which can lead to stiffness, aches, slower recovery, and even muscle loss

Magnesium is an essential mineral that plays a key role in muscle function, energy production, and recovery  — all crucial for a strong...

Losing muscle isn’t just about strength — it’s about your long-term health . After age 30, we naturally lose up to 3–8% of muscle mass...

Spending hours behind a screen can take a toll on your posture and upper body. Shoulders slump, the neck stiffens, and tension builds up...

You know how much I love helping my clients get the most out of every workout—for both body and mind. And if I could recommend one golden...

Following a low-histamine, high-protein diet can feel limiting, but it doesn’t have to be boring. Over time, I’ve found a few go-to...

At Health en Pilates Studio , we do a lot of breathing exercises because breathing is one of the most powerful tools we can use to...

Your 40s and 50s are a time of change—hormonally, physically, and mentally. One of the most powerful tools to stay strong, sharp, and...

Struggling with sleep? Movement might be the missing piece. Research shows that regular physical activity—especially mind-body practices...

Building muscle is one of the most powerful things women can do for their long-term health and well-being. It’s not about appearance—it’s...

When we think of Pilates, core strength and flexibility often come to mind. But your upper body deserves just as much...

I don't recall having health issues when I was in my teens but I remember when I was very young I would often have stomach discomfort and...

Pilates on the reformer is a great workout, but let’s be real—not everyone has access to a reformer. That’s where Mat Pilates shines as...

Growing up, I loved animals. Whether it was on my grandparents' farm or around the neighborhood that we grew up in, I used to take care...

You may already know by now that I was born in Romania in a big family—we are five sisters. I am the oldest. For various reasons, my...