Hot Girl Pilates

Ever wondered about the enigmatic figure whose fitness philosophy we all adore? This episode is an is an enlightening exploration into Joseph Pilates, the flawed yet visionary human behind our beloved exercise system. We start with an intimate look at his personal battles, from childhood ailments to the relentless pursuit of physical excellence. His story is not just one of overcoming adversity but also of strict principles and mysterious personal history. We shed light on elements often left in the shadows, like his internment during WWI, where he developed the foundational exercises of Contrology that evolved into today's Pilates, and the stories and legends we have been told. Get ready to unravel the intricate tapestry of Pilates' life, including the pivotal role women of color played in his legacy, being the only two individuals he personally certified. We stroll through his New York days, where alongside his partner Clara, they cultivated an unconventional gym environment. We take a candid look at his business acumen, or lack thereof, his unique teaching style, and the controversies that arose regarding his behavior and the non-trademarking of his name. This chapter paints a complete picture of a man whose influence on the dance and celebrity communities was as profound as it was complicated. As we wind down, we will talk about the reverberations of the Pilates trademark dispute and what it means for the divide between classical and contemporary Pilates. I share my personal evolution of the practice into what I call Sensulates, which honors the essence of Pilates while fostering a liberating approach to movement. This isn't just about fitness; it's about a holistic experience that can enhance one's quality of life, including their sex life. Through personal stories and testimonials, we delve into how embracing this method opens doors to a world of intuitive movement and wellbeing. Join me in this transformational journey, where we honor the past and celebrate the future of movement. Plus a closing tangent for my fellow hyper focused, neurodivergent friends at the end on my latest obsessions: color theory, and kibbe. hereherehere Connect with Ruth on Instagram & TikTok. Don't forget, you're a BAD B! Stand SO tall & proud. Music: OH YEAH Musician: Philip E Morris

It is an absolute honor to have Mychele Sims on the podcast. You might have seen Mychele on Pilates Anytime, or moved with her in Groov3, or seen her brand Get2Werk. We discuss saying yes to life, tips for new instructors, finding movement that works for you and navigating social media. Connect with Mychele on Instagram and checkout her website. hereherehere Connect with Ruth on Instagram & TikTok. Don't forget, you're a BAD B! Stand SO tall & proud. Music: OH YEAH Musician: Philip E Morris

This week's episode is inspired by the recent uptick in popularity of cycle syncing. If you are an OG listener of this podcast, you know we have been into it before it became trendy, and we will be into it after as well. A recent article came out criticizing cycle syncing for women's fitness. And it it inspired me to get into it. PS there's a few life updates in the first half of this episode. Skip to 11 mins in if you want to get straight to the topic at hand! hereherehere Connect with Ruth on Instagram & TikTok. Don't forget, you're a BAD B! Stand SO tall & proud. Music: OH YEAH Musician: Philip E Morris

My skin has been something I have thought and worried about for more than 11 years. I want to share my experience with hormonal acne, everything I have tried and where I am at today with it. This episode is not to give you skin care advice, it's to share my experience and hopefully give you some ideas on how to become more loving to yourself. hereherehere Connect with Ruth on Instagram & TikTok. Don't forget, you're a BAD B! Stand SO tall & proud. Music: OH YEAH Musician: Philip E Morris

I am so thrilled to welcome an OG RPS member and energy EXPERT onto the podcast today. So many gems in this one. Enjoy! How to connect with Sue: Sue@element50.com@element_50here hereherehere Connect with Ruth on Instagram & TikTok. Don't forget, you're a BAD B! Stand SO tall & proud. Music: OH YEAH Musician: Philip E Morris

The age old question. Is pilates all I really do? It it enough for your goals? Let's get into it. hereherehere Connect with Ruth on Instagram & TikTok. Don't forget, you're a BAD B! Stand SO tall & proud. Music: OH YEAH Musician: Philip E Morris

It's been a little bit since I recorded a pod, and this episode will get into why. Let's chat burnout, how to know it's time to make a change, and I will also get into my experience working at a corporate vs boutique pilates studio. Happy listening, thank you for being here. hereherehere Connect with Ruth on Instagram & TikTok. Don't forget, you're a BAD B! Stand SO tall & proud. Music: OH YEAH Musician: Philip E Morris

Back with another hot girl life hacks episode! We will chat about health, happiness and productivity tips. The stuff I am loving lately that has made my life better. Can't wait to share with you! Some of what we talk about is behavior based, but I have product recommendations too and those you can find on my Amazon store here. hereherehere Connect with Ruth on Instagram & TikTok. Don't forget, you're a BAD B! Stand SO tall & proud. Music: OH YEAH Musician: Philip E Morris

I am so excited to have my friend and colleague on Hot girl Pilates to chat all things online biz, instagram, creative process, tech, failure and more. Lena has been a wonderful and supportive friend of mine in the movement world, and we have grown so much together. So happy to share this valuable convo with you! Connect with Lena: Instagram Website hereherehere Connect with Ruth on Instagram & TikTok. Don't forget, you're a BAD B! Stand SO tall & proud. Music: OH YEAH Musician: Philip E Morris

I had no idea that getting a dog would make me a better pilates instructor, but I have learned so much from training Valentino. Let's talk about motor learning, positive reinforcement and more! hereherehere Connect with Ruth on Instagram & TikTok. Don't forget, you're a BAD B! Stand SO tall & proud. Music: OH YEAH Musician: Philip E Morris

This week's topic and hot girl chat is all about body image. I will also answer the q+a questions that came in. hereherehere Connect with Ruth on Instagram & TikTok. Don't forget, you're a BAD B! Stand SO tall & proud. Music: OH YEAH Musician: Philip E Morris

This episode we are talking about doing the scary stuff, my experience with manifesting, plus a few questions that came through on my Instagram that I am happy to answer here. Plus some life and wedding planning updates! hereherehere Connect with Ruth on Instagram & TikTok. Don't forget, you're a BAD B! Stand SO tall & proud. Music: OH YEAH Musician: Philip E Morris

In this episode I share how giving up on my dreams actually led me on the path to finding my purpose and my life's work. Little life update: These past few weeks I haven't quite felt like myself, but I am finally feeling a bit more on track now that I have hit my follicular phase (yay). I am so proud of the bad bs who continue to show up and take care of themselves, staying hydrated, fueling their bodies, honoring themselves exactly as they are. I am so glad you're here. hereherehere Connect with Ruth on Instagram & TikTok. Don't forget, you're a BAD B! Stand SO tall & proud. Music: OH YEAH Musician: Philip E Morris

Have you come across anything in the fitness world that gives you the ick? Cuz same. We will also discuss a recent failure I experienced, fears and advice on how to face them. Thanks so much for being here! hereherehere Connect with Ruth on Instagram & TikTok. Don't forget, you're a BAD B! Stand SO tall & proud. Music: OH YEAH Musician: Philip E Morris

I am so excited to be back with an episode inspired by a listener. Thank you so much for this request. I will give you some tips and stories about when I began teaching. We will talk studios, boundaries, clients, group classes and more. hereherehere Connect with Ruth on Instagram & TikTok. Don't forget, you're a BAD B! Stand SO tall & proud. Music: OH YEAH Musician: Philip E Morris

It is my absolute honor to have my friend and loyal bad b Theresa Mobilio on Hot Girl Pilates. 5 years ago, Theresa became very ill. She had just completed her 200hr yoga teacher training when all of the sudden a mysterious pain on her side turned up, gaps of memory were just gone and she lost her sense of standing on solid ground. It turned out she had an extremely rare autoimmune disease called Anti NMDA Receptor Encephalitis. Her body was attacking her own brain. She takes us through her incredible survival against the odds, and shares the wisdom she came out of this with. Theresa also has her own 20-episode podcast she created with her partner Brandon called "Mind and Seek". This is a powerful resource for couples especially those going through medical trauma together. Click here to check it out. You can also connect with Theresa personally on her Instagram. hereherehere Connect with Ruth on Instagram & TikTok. Don't forget, you're a BAD B! Stand SO tall & proud. Music: OH YEAH Musician: Philip E Morris

This one is for the curly folks who never felt like they were beautiful in their natural state. You will hear my hair horror stories, embarrassing moments, struggles and even hair trauma that I overcame to be where I am today. It's been a journey, and its a journey I am still on. But I am grateful for it. Shout out to the curlies! Click here for my fav curly products mentioned on Amazon. hereherehere Connect with Ruth on Instagram & TikTok. Don't forget, you're a BAD B! Stand SO tall & proud. Music: OH YEAH Musician: Philip E Morris

I have missed ya! So excited to be back for a chat. In this episode we talk about a little bit of everything; what it's like getting to 100k, lucky girl syndrome, my new fav tech and a teaser of a new type of class coming to RPS, how training my dog made me a better pilates instructor, how pilates can improve your sex life (in many ways), boundaries, my new curly hair routine, fav walking shoes and new fav water bottle. It's a fun chatty one. So glad you are here listening! Amazon tech favs list: https://a.co/hMzbThx Amazon storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/ruthpilatesstudio hereherehere Connect with Ruth on Instagram & TikTok. Don't forget, you're a BAD B! Stand SO tall & proud. Music: OH YEAH Musician: Philip E Morris

It is an honor to have my friend, mentor and teacher Niedra Gabriel on the podcast this week. She has taught thousands of students across the globe in both Yoga and Pilates, specializes in fascia release, was trained by Romana Kryzanowska, and is a revered and cherished instructor on Pilates Anytime. I am lucky to have trained with her for my comprehensive certification in Pilates. We discuss her background as a dancer and an acrobat, her unique approach to movement as problem solving, aging, injuries, mindset around the new year and so much more in this very special episode. Connect with Niedra on her website: https://niedragabriel.com/ hereherehere Connect with Ruth on Instagram & TikTok. Don't forget, you're a BAD B! Stand SO tall & proud. Music: OH YEAH Musician: Philip E Morris

Battle of the leggings! I have had my fair share of hits and misses. Here’s the deets, from camel toe, to smoothing, to the most cozy. Enjoy! hereherehere Connect with Ruth on Instagram & TikTok. Don't forget, you're a BAD B! Stand SO tall & proud. Music: OH YEAH Musician: Philip E Morris