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🧘‍♀️ Mindful Eating: Chew, Breathe, Connect

  • Jun 5
  • 1 min read

Do you find yourself eating lunch while scrolling, replying to messages and thinking about dinner — all at the same time? 😅


Mindful eating is about slowing down and paying attention to your food, just like we do with movement in Pilates. It’s not a diet, it’s a way to reconnect with your body’s cues and actually enjoy your food.


When you chew slowly, breathe deeply and stay present, you support digestion, reduce bloating and give your body time to signal when it’s satisfied and not stuffed. 🍴 It also helps regulate stress hormones, which can spike when you eat in a rush or while distracted. Stress and digestion don’t mix well as I'm sure you've experienced.


💡 Fun fact: Your digestive system starts working the moment you see your food, even thinking about a meal triggers enzymes and saliva. So setting the scene (calm space, a few deep breaths) can literally help your body digest and absorb nutrients better.


So today, treat your salad like your Pilates practice, with attention and intention. No rushing, no guilt. Just you, your food and a little moment of calm 🥗✨


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Chew, Breathe, Connect

 
 
 

💪 Strong from the Inside: Protein Salads

  • Jun 4
  • 1 min read

Protein isn’t just for bodybuilders and gym-goers.


Protein is essential for anyone who moves regularly (yes, even in gentle Pilates!).


Whether you’re building strength, supporting recovery or simply wanting to feel more energised, protein helps rebuild muscle tissue, keep blood sugar stable and reduce post-workout fatigue.


And guess what? You don’t need to rely on boring chicken and boiled eggs to get it. Your salad can be a power bowl when you mix it up with:


✅ Plant-based proteins like chickpeas, quinoa, lentils, edamame and tofu

✅ Animal-based options like grilled fish, turkey, boiled eggs or Greek yoghurt-based dressing

✅ Bonus boosters like seeds, nuts and even a sprinkle of nutritional yeast (hello B vitamins!)


💡 Did you know? Eating a protein-rich meal after movement can help reduce muscle soreness, improve repair and keep your body strong for your next session. So if you’ve done a morning Pilates class, make your lunchtime salad work harder for you — think of it as delicious recovery fuel 🥗⚡


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💪 Strong from the Inside: Protein Salads

 
 
 

🧠 Food & Mood: Salad for the Soul

  • Jun 3
  • 1 min read

Did you know your gut is often called your second brain? 🧠 The two are constantly in conversation via the gut-brain axis, what you eat plays a huge part in how you feel. A balanced gut supports everything from mood and focus to sleep and stress levels. That’s why a nourishing salad can actually help you feel more grounded, not just full.


Start with fibre-rich veggies like rocket, kale and cabbage, they keep things moving (💩), feed your gut bacteria and help regulate blood sugar. Add fermented foods like a spoonful of kimchi, pickled onions or even live yoghurt-based dressing to feed your microbiome. Round it off with healthy fats like avocado or olive oil to support brain function and stabilise mood swings.


When your gut feels happy, your brain is sharper, and that focus is golden in Pilates. From breathwork to balance, clarity makes every move more intentional. So your salad today? It’s not just fuel. It’s part of your self-care routine 🧘‍♀️💚


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Food and Mood

 
 
 
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