Office Juice Cleanses
When it comes to the office, there are a wealth of unhealthy habits that tend to dominate typical corporate etiquette. From big box takeout lunches to cookie trays to your cubicle-mates consistent...
View Article3 Simple (Healthy) Rules for Weight Loss
The elusive struggle to lose weight continues to confound most people. It seems like the more articles / research / self-help books on weight loss, the bigger we get. It is an...
View ArticleThe Importance of the Pilates Method for Children
Check out the following article on learning healthy habits at an early age / Pilates for kids written by Javier Bceiso Blanco of Body Arts and Science International (BASI) in Spain (there...
View ArticleNutritional Counseling…DO IT NOW!
It is easy to run off and buy the newest iPad, designer handbag, or splurge on a trip to Europe; these kinds of purchases are exciting and come with tangible objects or, in the case of...
View ArticleFood Dehydration – Fun for the Whole Family!
Creating fun, interesting, healthy and PORTABLE snack foods can be a challenge for even the most creative people. Carrot sticks get boring, and buying packaged snacks gets expensive! Those amazing...
View ArticleStarbucks…Healthy Food Mecca???
For the few of us left in the world that do not drink coffee, there is little reason to go to a coffee shop such as Starbucks. Or is there…On a recent trip in for (free, perfectly good tap)...
View ArticleFoam Roller Stretching Galore
We once again revisit the Foam Roller because it is one of the most versatile, beneficial inexpensive training props available. Not only can almost anyone use it, but also it can be...
View ArticleNew Class Subscription Pricing
The new year is almost here and it is time to get healthy! Check out our new subscription pricing options!! MAT CLASSES: $45/mo for all Saturday mat classes (approx. $10/class) SAVE $15...
View ArticleMake Healthy Eating Fun For Kids!
Make Healthy Eating Fun! Instead of ‘tasting the rainbow’ according to Skittles candy, encourage kids to eat healthy by tasting the rainbow of fruits and veggies available throughout the year!...
View ArticleCollaborative Consumption – A workout trend!
Check out the following article on Collaborative Consumption, written by Jeremiah Owyang; not only did I do all of the research on all 200 companies, but also I am a member of a couple of...
View ArticleRachel Rettman – Fitness. Nutrition. Lifestyle. is MOVING!
We are pleased to announce we are moving closer into central Portland! As beautiful as Sellwood is, it is admittedly a schlep for many people – so now we are in inner SE at Portland Pilates...
View ArticleInternational Pilates Day Open House This Saturday!
May 4, 2013 – International Pilates Day Come on down to Portland Pilates at 134 SE Taylor Street – We’ll be hosting an open house for International Pilates Day this Saturday, May 4th, from 12-2 pm....
View ArticleWorkplace Happiness…it IS a Big Deal!
In the U.S. people spend the majority of their lives at work; therefore, it makes sense to find ways to make that time enjoyable and fulfilling. While one’s job might not always be the...
View ArticleCalories Are Not All Created Equal..Learn to Lose Weight Fast!
A calorie is a calorie is a…fat blasting machine! When you eat the right kinds of calories, and more importantly in the right combinations, you can turn your food into a tool for...
View ArticleWellness at Work – Let’s Take a New Approach
Workplace wellness is a hot topic… and a burgeoning $6 billion dollar a year industry. Unfortunately, a recent study by RAND, commissioned by the Obama Administration, concludes that wellness...
View ArticleSubsidies vs. Penalties…Which do you Prefer?
When you hear the words “subsidy” and “penalty” which one are you more likely to respond to? Do you like the idea of getting some positive assistance, or does the idea of getting docked...
View ArticleValues in Action – Live your Goals!
When considering any life change, whether it be buying a couch or taking on an entirely new eating plan, it is important to consider the reasons behind the decision. Do you need a...
View ArticleVeggies are Like Legos…
I have come to think of veggies like I do Legos…they are interchangeable parts that can be mixed and matched to form new things. The ingredients are the same, but the pairings and combinations change,...
View ArticleOnline review of working out with Rachel Rettman
Check out this online review of a session provided by Rachel Rettman for another fitness inustry professional WELLO BLOG POST – PILATES/BARRE WORKOUT REVIEW The best reviews come...
View ArticleButternut Squash Season!
Butternut Squash is a personal fall favorite. Versatile, filling and chock full of vitamins and minerals (think beta carotene, potassium and fiber), this staple can be made into soups,...
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