Gratitude in Motion: November at Lauren’s Vibe Pilates
- Lauren's Vibe Pilates
- Nov 3
- 3 min read
Finding Gratitude Through Movement
November is one of my favorite times of year. Thanksgiving reminds me of the power of gratitude—a practice I try to embody daily. Even in challenging moments, I’m thankful for the people I love, my incredible clients and students, and a career that allows me to live my passion through movement every day.
This month, I’m celebrating gratitude through connection, creativity, and community—both in the studio and online. Here’s what’s happening at Lauren’s Vibe Pilates this November.
💪 New on YouTube: 14-Minute Core, Glute & Hamstring Workout
This month’s YouTube workout is a 14-minute Pilates flow designed to strengthen your core, glutes, and hamstrings. Perfect for all levels, this short session delivers a powerful, well-balanced practice—ideal for busy days or as an energizing add-on to your regular routine.
🧘 Mini-Mat Monday Series: The Power of Props
Throughout November, my Mini-Mat Monday series on Instagram explores creative ways to use props—like the Magic Circle, resistance bands, balls, and foam rollers—to elevate your mat practice.
Each post demonstrates how props can enhance your alignment, deepen your core connection, and bring new teaching insights to your sessions.
Follow along on Instagram: @LaurensVibePilates
🎓 Teachers Class: Reformer Flow
Wednesday, November 5 | 1:30–2:30 p.m. ESTLocation: Remedy Movement (In-Person & Virtual)
This month’s Teachers Class dives into a creative and athletic Reformer Flow for teachers!
💡 Teaching Tip: Enhancing Mat Work with Props
Props—such as the Ring (Magic Circle), Balls, TheraBands, and Foam Rollers—bring endless variety and purpose to Pilates mat exercises. They can support alignment, offer resistance, and challenge stability while increasing proprioceptive awareness.
Here’s a quick guide to incorporating them effectively:
The Ring (Magic Circle)
Designed by Joseph Pilates, the ring challenges both strength and stability.Try:
Hundred: Ring between ankles—pulse legs into the ring for adductor and core engagement.
Double Straight Leg Stretch: Ring around ankles—press outward as legs lower and lift to target abductors and core.
⚠️ Avoid using the ring between the inner thighs if you have adductor or SI joint instability.
Balls
Small balls add balance, coordination, and release work to your mat flow.Try:
Marching: 9–12” ball under the pelvis to challenge balance and core activation.
Banana Prep Side Sit-Up: Slightly deflated ball under ribs to activate obliques and strengthen the side body.
Resistance Bands
Resistance bands provide progressive tension and can mimic Reformer exercises on the mat.Try:
Criss-Cross: Wrap band around one foot for rotational and core resistance.
Hamstring Stretch: Band around the foot for controlled flexibility and alignment.
Foam Rollers
Rollers enhance neuromuscular training and stability while offering effective myofascial release.Try:
Scissors or Leg Circles: Roller crosswise under pelvis—stabilize through the core as legs move to strengthen coordination and pelvic floor engagement.
💡 Softer rollers are recommended for clients with osteoporosis or those new to instability work.
🎥 Want More Prop Inspiration?
Explore how these tools come together in my Mat Practice with Props video—available now on YouTube.
💖 With Gratitude
To the entire Lauren’s Vibe Pilates community—thank you. Your energy, curiosity, and dedication to movement inspire me daily. Let’s keep finding strength, joy, and gratitude in motion together.
In movement,
Lauren
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