Revive & Align Pilates

09/14/2025

✨ New week = new opportunities to improve! ✨ Check out our Pilates + pole fitness schedule for the week of Sept. 14. We can’t wait to see you in class! 💪

Book your spot online at tinyurl.com/reviveandalign or call Alicia at 570-651-2318. 🖤

09/13/2025

🍵 Matcha vs. Green Tea: Two Beloved, Health-Boosting Drinks 🌿

Both matcha and green tea come from the same plant, and both are natural sources of caffeine — perfect for a gentle pick-me-up. They can be enjoyed hot or iced, and taste amazing with a touch of sweetness, like milk, cream, honey, fruit syrups, and more!

✨ Green Tea – Made by steeping the leaves, it’s light, refreshing, and full of antioxidants. Great for metabolism, brain health, and gentle energy throughout the day.

✨ Matcha – Made from powdered whole leaves, matcha delivers a richer flavor and a bigger boost of antioxidants, plus a calm, sustained energy thanks to the combination of caffeine and L-theanine. Perfect for focus and mindfulness.

💡 Both drinks support metabolism, recovery, and help fight oxidative stress — all while tasting delicious.

Which one is your go-to — the smooth, subtle green tea or the vibrant, energizing matcha? 🍵💚

09/12/2025

Sometimes it’s the small shifts that make the biggest difference. Try these gentle swaps to nourish both body + mind:

🥤 Swap sugary drinks → for infused water, tea, or kombucha
🧁 Swap processed snacks → for homemade bites with simple ingredients
🗯️ Swap negativity + complaints → for gratitude, compliments, or positive self-talk
📱 Swap endless scrolling → for reading a few pages, journaling, or calling a friend
🛋️ Swap “rotting” days → for a walk, stretch, or gentle movement
🏠 Swap staying inside → for fresh air through an open window or a step outside
🌙 Swap late nights of “just one more episode” → for a solid bedtime routine
💬 Swap bottling things up → for honest conversations and connection

It’s not about perfection — it’s about choosing little shifts that make your days feel lighter, brighter, and more yours. 💕

09/11/2025

✨ Posture starts from the inside out ✨

Pilates isn’t just about movement—it’s about retraining your body to move the way it was designed. Here’s how it helps with posture and shoulder health:

🦴 Thoracic spine extension – counters the hunched-forward position from sitting and screen time.

💪 Scapular stability + mobility – teaches your shoulder blades to glide smoothly, reducing tension and preventing impingement.

🌬️ Core + breath connection – engages deep stabilizers that support your spine and keep your ribs stacked over your hips.

🤸 Balanced muscle activation – strengthens underused postural muscles (like mid-back + rotator cuff) while releasing overworked ones (like chest + upper traps).

The result? Better alignment, less shoulder + neck tension, and literally standing taller!

👉 Want to feel the difference in your own body? Book a class at tinyurl.com/reviveandalign or call Alicia at 570-651-2318 to get started!

09/11/2025

09/10/2025

Today, September 10, is World Su***de Prevention Day.

No one should struggle alone. If you or someone you know is in crisis, please know there is help — and hope.

📲 Call or text 988 to connect with the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline. Trained counselors are available 24/7. Your story isn’t over.

If you know someone who is struggling, be the one to check in, to listen, to offer support. Together, we can help save lives. 💙💜

***dePrevention #988

09/09/2025

Saturdays at 9 AM — get ready to feel the burn in the best way! This high-energy class blends mat + Reformer exercises in intervals from 15 seconds to 3 minutes, boosting cardio, muscle endurance, and flexibility.

We often use jump boards — a springy, challenging way to target your core, quads, and more. It’s tougher than it looks, but oh-so-rewarding! 💪✨

📲 Book your spot: tinyurl.com/reviveandalign or call Alicia at 570-651-2318.

09/08/2025

🌟 Let’s talk pelvic floor! 🌟

The pelvic floor is a group of muscles that acts like a supportive hammock at the base of your pelvis. These muscles play a HUGE role in everyday health and movement for both men and women:

✅ Supports your bladder, bowel, and reproductive organs
✅ Helps with stability + posture
✅ Plays a key role in core strength and balance
✅ Impacts breathing and overall movement efficiency

When these muscles are strong and balanced, you feel more supported from the inside out. When they’re weak or tight, it can lead to issues like back pain, instability, or bladder concerns.

✨ Here’s where Pilates comes in: ✨
Pilates focuses on mindful movement, breath, and deep core activation — all of which directly target and strengthen the pelvic floor. Over time, you’ll notice improved strength, better control, and a stronger connection to your body.

Your pelvic floor works for you every day — Pilates helps keep it strong, healthy, and resilient. 💪💕

Schedule a Pilates class:
📲 CallAlicia at 570-651-2318
💻 Visit tinyurl.com/reviveandalign

09/07/2025

✨ Another week of movement is here at Revive & Align Pilates! ✨

📅 Check out the full Pilates & Pole Fitness schedule in our posts/graphics.

👉 Book your spot online: tinyurl.com/reviveandalign
📞 Or call Alicia at 570-651-2318

Let’s make it a week full of strength, balance, and fun!

09/06/2025

💛 Everyone needs a break sometimes — even from your workout routine!

If you have a membership with Revive & Align Pilates, did you know you can pause your membership for one month? You can do this once per year, and it’s a great option for:

✨ Recovering from a procedure or surgery
✨ Going away on a long vacation
✨ Giving your body a break to manage fatigue

There are tons of reasons to use this feature, and we promise — no judgment either way.

You can pause your membership directly in the Wellness Living website/app (where you book your classes) or contact Alicia for help at 570-651-2318.

Remember: rest is part of your wellness journey too. 💕

09/05/2025

🥦🍲 Meal Prep vs. Ingredient Prep — what’s the difference?

✨ Meal Prep
✔️ Cook and portion full meals ahead of time
✔️ Grab, heat, and go = super convenient during the week
✔️ Less flexibility (you’ll be eating the same few meals)
✔️ All the effort is front-loaded — but your future self will thank you!

✨ Ingredient Prep
✔️ Chop veggies, marinate proteins, whip up sauces in advance
✔️ Still need to assemble and cook day-of
✔️ More flexibility (mix + match depending on what you feel like)
✔️ Freshly cooked meals = more flavor, less microwave

💡 The truth? There’s no right way to do it. Some people thrive on the structure of meal prep, while others love the flexibility of ingredient prep. The best method is the one that works for YOU and your lifestyle. 🙌

09/04/2025

One of the biggest benefits of ? Building core strength while improving spinal mobility.

💪 Your deep core muscles (think transverse abdominis + pelvic floor) stabilize the spine and support every movement you make.
🌀 At the same time, Pilates encourages healthy movement through the spinal segments—flexion, extension, rotation, and lateral bending—so your back stays supple, not stiff.
✨ The combination = strength + freedom of movement, reducing back pain and helping you feel powerful and fluid in daily life.

👉 Ready to move your spine the way it’s meant to move? Join us in the studio this week! Book a class at tinyurl.com/reviveandalign or call Alicia at 570-651-2318 to get started!