When I go to a restaurant and see an “Asian Chicken Salad” on the menu, I get a little upset. I try to keep an open mind about the restaurant as I read through the rest of the menu, but the first impression usually leaves a mark. Even in my non-vegan days, I was not …
Ok friends, here is the last video of the three-part Pilates fundamentals series. In this video, I share some of my favorite mat exercises, like the single and double leg stretch. I also walk you through the roll-up and the swan. Remember, I go into much more detail about proper form, alignment, purpose, and goal of …
If you watched the first part of the series and practiced your toe taps, you can probably already tell that the moves that seem “easy”, are not. Especially, when you focus on the goal of the movement and do the exercise with good form. Does that sound like a drag? Why would you want to …
Remember last year’s 1000 Vegan Cupcakes for Charity? We did it again this year, at Tower Bridge Bistro in the Embassy Suites Hotel. This year, I was a part of the organizing crew. With over twelve bakeries participating and all 1000 cupcakes being gone in less than two hours, I would say the event was …
I live in Sacramento, California. I love teaching high-energy Pilates classes, going on long runs, and making connections with you all. I aspire to live a fit and fulfilling life and want the same for you.
The Food Adventures of a Vegan Gal and a Paleo Dude
What happens when a plant-loving vegan gal and a paleo-zoning dude, grocery shop, cook, and eat together? Four words. Adventure (always) Adjustment (constant) Frustrations (often) Compromises (difficult, but necessary) People have plenty of things to deal with in relationships, but I think what we decide to eat together (and it is a decision) is starting …