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Nicole Sanchez

@nicoliasanchez

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Classical Pilates Instructor | UGC Creator
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My unpopular opinions as a classical Pilates instructor 💭

My thoughts have come from what I see being sold as Pilates on social media. From the Pilates princess, to the massive group class reformer craze, to people falling off apparatus…it’s just like🤯 none of these things are what Pilates is about.

Instead of aesthetics and trends, my hope is that the industry will refocus on the benefits of Pilates. How it helps people not only move better, but live better.

#pilates #pilatesinstructor #classicalpilates #matpilates #reformerpilates by @nicoliasanchez

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9 months ago

low-impact exercises ≠ Pilates exercises

I realize there’s a lot of confusion on what exactly Pilates is. The truth is, a lot of studios and fitness instructors are trying to capitalize on the Pilates trend without teaching Pilates at all.

While exercises like bird dogs and donkey kicks are effective, they’re general low-impact fitness. And by no means am I saying that Pilates instructors don’t teach these type of exercises, however, the workout they teach should still include the fundamentals that Joseph Pilates created. In fact, Joe wrote a book “Return to Life Through Contrology”, which outlines his 34 mat exercises.

If you’ve been to a class that was labeled Pilates but have never heard of the Hundred, Roll-Up, Spine Stretch or Teaser (just to name a few), you most likely did a Sculpt class instead😩 It makes me sad that some people who genuinely want to experience Pilates are being sold something completely different!

I encourage everyone interested in Pilates to do research and ask questions before signing up at a studio. If you want to be doing Pilates, you should be going somewhere that will give you just that💖

#pilates #pilatesinstructor #classicalpilates #pilatesmat #matpilates #pilatesreformer #pointestudiopro

https://liketk.it/5SQNQ by @nicoliasanchez

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10 months ago

your girl is officially comprehensively certified as a classical Pilates instructor✨ this was nearly a 2 year journey that took a lot of determination, dedication and consistency.

it’s crazy to think that 3 years ago around this time i signed up for my first Pilates teacher training program with the idea of teaching “just for fun”. little did i know that I’d find my true calling in life through teaching Pilates and knew i really wanted to take it seriously as a career.

I wasn’t satisfied with my first certification (contemporary mat and reformer), so just a few months after being certified i began looking into comprehensive Pilates teacher trainings. that’s when i decided to enroll in a classical Pilates training and my mind EXPLODED. all the questions i had unanswered from my first cert were answered in the first day, and everything just clicked.

im beyond grateful for making the switch to classical so early in my Pilates journey. the system has changed my life in more ways i can ever explain, and most importantly, it’s rewarding to see how many clients lives I’ve helped by teaching the Pilates method!

this really is only just the beginning, and i thank everyone who has helped me along the way💜 wouldn’t have been able to achieve this milestone without you all.

#pilates #pilatesinstructor #pilatesreformer #classicalpilates #matpilates #reformerpilates taken in Hackensack, New Jersey by @nicoliasanchez

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a year ago

did you know that our bodies naturally produce GLP-1? #ad

I recently added @juiceplus_us Metabolism to my routine, a plant-powered formula designed to support the natural production of GLP-1 to help me feel fuller for faster & longer*. #juicepluspartner #juiceplusmetabolism

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. by @nicoliasanchez

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2 days ago

maple cinnamon apple baked oats🍁🍎🤎

it’s almost fall which means that I’m craving warm, cozy flavors for breakfast. what’s great is that you probably already own all these ingredients, so it’s simple and easy to make! let me know if you decide to try it✨

ingredients:
- 1 cup rolled oats @bobsredmill
- 1 apple, diced
- 1 egg
- ½ cup unsweetened almond milk @malkorganics
- 2 tbsp maple syrup @maplevalleycooperative
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp baking powder
- pinch of salt
- 2 tbsp chopped walnuts

recipe:
- preheat oven to 350°F
- whisk wet ingredients (egg, milk, maple syrup, vanilla)
- mix dry ingredients (oats, cinnamon, baking powder, salt)
- fold in diced apples and walnuts
- pour into ramekin and bake for 25-30mins, or until center is set and top is lightly golden
- optional: top w diced apples and walnuts + extra drizzle of maple syrup

save for your next cozy breakfast🍂

#bakedoats #bakedoatmeal #maplesyrupseason by @nicoliasanchez

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a month ago

i just found my new signature scent🍒🍎🍨 #ad

@lovephilosophy new scent, Cherry Gleam, is an absolute must this season. both the whipped body crème and the body & hair fragrance mist leave the scent lasting all day long. shop exclusively at @ultabeauty

#bodycareroutine #cherryscent #gifted by @nicoliasanchez

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a month ago

us open calls for honey deuces, serving looks, and ofc tennis🎾 taken in Arthur Ashe Stadium by @nicoliasanchez

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2 months ago

come with me to the launch event of aera fitwear✨

i had the opportunity to celebrate the launch of @aera.fitwear with a yoga class under the sunset at Liberty State Park in Jersey City.

a few days before the event, i was hand-delivered my set from the owner of aera, Geanne, which was such a sweet gesture!

now let’s talk about the activewear set. not only was the color super cute, but it fit extremely well and was easy to move in during yoga🧘‍♀️

can’t wait to see what aera comes out with next🫶🏽

#yogainthepark #launchevent #activewearbrand taken in Liberty State Park by @nicoliasanchez

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2 months ago

still on ☁️ nine from Pilates & Journaling last week taken in Sculpt Haus by @nicoliasanchez

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2 months ago

july was cool☀️ by @nicoliasanchez

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3 months ago

focus & flow: a pilates and journaling experience✨

this past Sunday, we came together with an amazing group of women for the ultimate summer reset: movement, goal-setting and self-care.

we started with a mat Pilates class by @nicoliasanchez, followed by a guided journaling session with @groundedpaperco.

afterwards, we sipped on matcha lattes from @thematchaspotnj 🍵, got permanent jewelry from @houseofjewelsnj 💎and received sheet masks and facial consultations from @silkhausaesthetics_ 🫧

plus, we all got an extra boost of hydration during and after class with @vitalproteins Collagen Sparkling Water 💦

there’s something so special about being in a room full of women who are working towards their goals, and building community while doing it💕

would you want to come to the next one?

studio: @sculpthaus.co taken in Sculpt Haus by @nicoliasanchez

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3 months ago

idk how but in the past year I’ve become an early bird☀️

although waking up at 5am can be annoying, i absolutely love how being productive first thing in the morning sets the tone for my day.

my daily morning routine usually looks a little something like this: journaling ➡️ gym ➡️ 1 mile run ➡️ breakfast

today for breakfast i was craving something a little bit sweeter (im a savory breakfast girl), so i decided to make protein pancakes using clean lean protein by @nuzest ✨ get a discount on nuzest via link in bio

#gifted #proteinpancakes #morningroutine #morningmotivation #nuzest by @nicoliasanchez

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