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06/18/2026

For years, I've thought about fitness and fun as two different things.

Fitness is what I do to support my health—Pilates, walking, strength training, and other activities that help me stay strong, mobile, and resilient.

Fun is different.

Fun is hiking a mountain, exploring a new city, golfing with friends, paddleboarding on a sunny day, or simply saying yes to an adventure.

The interesting thing is that some of my favourite memories happen when fitness and fun come together.

The hike becomes the destination.
The walk becomes the conversation.
The movement becomes the experience.
Fitness strengthens the body.
Fun nourishes the spirit.
Life is better with both.

✨ Strong body. Calm mind. Balanced life.

PS - This is June in Whistler. If you're planning a summer recharge in Whistler, check out The Wellbeing Blog on Pilates & for tips.

06/17/2026

Looking for a healthy lunch spot in Vancouver?

One of the things I enjoy most about working in downtown Vancouver is the opportunity to step away from my desk, take a walk, and enjoy a good meal.

Lunch isn't just about food. It's an opportunity to recharge, connect with friends and colleagues, and bring a little balance into a busy day.

Here are five Vancouver lunch spots that I keep coming back to:
🥗 Green Leaf Salad Bar
🥖 Paul Bakery, Café & Restaurant
🌱 Field & Social
🍜 Marutama Ra-men
🌊 Lift Bar Grill View

Whether you're craving a fresh salad, a comforting bowl of ramen, or lunch with a waterfront view, Vancouver has no shortage of great options.

Sometimes healthy living starts with a Pilates class.
Sometimes it starts with a walk.
And sometimes it starts with a really good lunch.

What's your favorite lunch spot in Vancouver?

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06/16/2026

Which roller is right for you?

We received our new rollers at the CHCC. Here’s a few tips to pick the right one for you.

Registration for summer classes is open now.

06/16/2026

Summer registration is now open at Pilates & ☀️

As I was writing this month's newsletter, I found myself reflecting on the difference between fitness and fun.

Fitness is what I do to support my health. Pilates has always been a big part of that because it helps me build strength, improve mobility, and reconnect with my breath.
Fun is different.

Fun is swimming, biking, golfing, walking with friends, playing tennis, exploring the city, or simply doing something because it brings joy.

The best summers make room for both.

Whether you're joining us in the studio, online, or simply finding new ways to move this season, I hope you make time for movement that supports your health and activities that make you smile.

✨ Summer registration for July and August is now open.
✨ Tuesday Small Group Pilates is now at 11:00 AM.
✨ Wednesday 6:15 PM is our only evening class for the summer.

Reserve your spot soon.

Strong body. Calm mind. Balanced life.

06/11/2026

Today, I feel clear, focused, and energized heading into Q3.

Not because everything is figured out.

Not because every challenge has disappeared.

But because I have taken the time to pause, reflect, and decide where I want to direct my energy over the next 90 days.

One of the biggest lessons I've learned is that progress isn't about doing more.

It's about knowing what deserves your attention and having the courage to let the rest wait.

Whether your goals relate to health, work, relationships, or personal growth, a simple plan can create momentum.

Take a few minutes this week to ask yourself:
- What is one thing I want more of this quarter?
- What is one thing I need less of?

Sometimes that small moment of reflection is where meaningful change begins.
Here's to a quarter filled with purpose, progress, and momentum.

06/09/2026

How do you want to feel at the end of Q3?

Successful quarters rarely happen by accident. They happen when we pause long enough to get clear on what matters most.

Before filling your calendar with more commitments, consider:
✔ What is working that you want to continue?
✔ What is draining your energy that needs to change?
✔ What are the 1–3 priorities that would make this quarter a success?

A clear plan doesn't create pressure—it creates focus.

When your priorities are aligned with your values, you spend less time reacting and more time making meaningful progress.

As we begin Q3, I'm choosing clarity over busyness, focus over distraction, and consistency over perfection.

How are you approaching the next 90 days?

06/04/2026

"A pause is not a break from progress. It's often the moment we discover what progress really means."

We're taught to value motion.

Keep moving.
Keep producing.
Keep achieving.

But what if we've confused activity with progress?
Some of the most important decisions I've made didn't happen while I was busy.

They happened while I was walking.
Sitting by the water.
Reflecting on what was working and what wasn't.
Questioning whether my effort was aligned with what mattered most.

A pause creates space to see clearly.
To notice the difference between momentum and motion.
Between urgency and importance.
Between what we think we should do and what we actually want to do.

The end of a quarter is a natural opportunity to step back and ask:
• What's working?
• What's no longer serving me?
• What deserves more of my attention?
• What am I ready to let go of?

Progress isn't always found in the next step.

Sometimes it's found in the pause before it.

06/02/2026

Busy isn't always progress.

As we approach the end of another quarter, it's worth asking:
➡️ Are you focused on the things that will make the most meaningful impact in your life?
➡️ Have you narrowed your goals to the one or two that matter most?
➡️ Do you have a clear plan for how you're going to achieve them?

Many of us spend our days moving from task to task. We fill our calendars, respond to emails, attend meetings, and check things off our lists.

Busy feels productive.

But activity and progress aren't the same thing.

I often see this in both business and life.

We build systems before we have customers.
We buy the dress before we've developed the habits that help us feel our best.
We imagine the relationship before we've gone on the dates.
We sign up for the adventure before we've read the fine print.
We're focused on the outcome before we've committed to the process.

That's why I believe in the power of a quarterly reset.

A pause is not a break from progress.

It's often the moment we discover what progress really means.

When we step back, we create space to reflect on what matters, let go of distractions, and reconnect with our intentions.

Once we're clear on the what, we can focus on the how.

As June begins, I'm taking some time to reset and plan for the next 90 days.

What is one thing you'll stop doing—or start doing—to make your next quarter more intentional?

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06/01/2026

You don’t need the perfect plan to begin.

You just need a next step.

Move for 10 minutes.
Book the class.
Take the walk.
Pause and reflect.
Start again.

Sustainable wellbeing is built through action, not perfection.

05/29/2026

Employee wellbeing cannot rely on one workshop or a wellness app alone.
Real wellbeing at work is supported through:

• Sustainable workloads
• Recovery and movement
• Psychological safety
• Reflection and planning
• Healthy performance rhythms

At Pilates &, we’re helping bring movement, wellbeing, and sustainable performance into workplaces in a more practical and human way.