About Ashley:
I’m Ashley, I have spent the past 18 years (and counting) studying, practicing, and teaching Pilates. In 2006 I moved to Austin from the small Texas town of Lampasas to pursue a career in Pilates. I became Certified in the Core Connections Pilates Program in 2006 at the Pilates Center of Austin. I received over 650 Hours of training from my teacher Wendy Leblanc-Arbuckle, a master in Pilates and movement work. I am passionate about sharing knowledge of Pilates as it is foundational for healthy posture and alignment. I love learning and in 2015 I pursued my 200-Hour Yoga certification then and received various other yoga certifications such as Prenatal yoga, Yin Yoga, and Aerial Yoga as well as Meditation. In the spirit of continued education, I recently pursued my lifelong passion for herbs and completed the Sacred Journey School of Herbalism in 2024. The idea of Combining medicinal herbs within a Pilates session came about and that’s where the idea for The Pilates Apothecary was born. 2024 was also a big year for me in other ways as I wrote the Rainbow Bridge Pilates Certification Program and have begun the journey of teaching and certifying new Pilates trainers.
What is Pilates?
Low-impact vigorous movements with emphasis on strengthening the core. Pilates is adaptive and appropriate for all ages and abilities. It stretches and tones the body from head to toe.
Pilates Benefits
Improves Core Strength
Full body workout
Improves Posture
Helps balance
Low impact on the joints
Improves Flexibility
Helps improve Cognitive Function
Reduce the Risk of Injuries
Improves breathing
Enhances Athletic Performance
Strengthens the Pelvic Floor Muscles
Faster Postpartum Recovery
Reduces back pain
Fun, enjoyable workout
It changes the entire body
You control the resistance
Trains your full range of motion
It’s adaptable and versatile
Works muscles in multiple ways
Helps lengthen the body
Enhances the mind-body connection
It’s an efficient workout
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