Healing

The Power of Grounding: Why Your Cold Plunge Tub Matters More Than You Think

2025-04-29T16:59:41+09:304:59 pm|Healing, health hacks, Pain management, rehabilitation, Self Care, Uncategorized, Your Body|

At Encore Pilates and Wellness, we don't just follow trends — we research, we question, we seek truth. As we open the doors to our brand new Infrared Saunas and Cold Plunge Sanctuary, I want to share something with you that most places won't: Not all cold plunges are created equal [...]

Cold Plunges & Menopause: A Brave New Approach to Women’s Health

2025-04-22T18:03:52+09:306:01 pm|Healing, health hacks, Pain management, rehabilitation, Self Care, Your Body|

Let’s talk straight ladies. Menopause isn’t a disease. It’s not something to “get through” while gritting your teeth. It’s a rite of passage, a time of radical recalibration, and—when supported well—it can be one of the most powerful phases of your life... and, not only that, the path to menopause can [...]

How Infrared Saunas Transformed My Health & Why You’ll Love Them Too

2025-01-31T20:34:45+09:308:34 pm|Balance, Exercise, Healing, health hacks, Infrared sauna|

How Infrared Saunas Transformed My Health & Why You’ll Love Them Too By Katie Crane, The Pilates Professional At 48, navigating perimenopause has been a journey—one filled with highs, lows, and unexpected changes. As a Pilates instructor and lifelong advocate for movement, I’ve always believed in the power of exercise to [...]

Can tight neck muscles affect vagus nerve?

2023-08-18T04:49:41+09:308:38 am|Healing, Pain management, Pilates|

What the neck! The sternocleidomastoid (SCM) muscle, located in the cervical region, plays a crucial role in neck mobility and posture. Tightness in this muscle is a common issue among women in peri-menopause and menopause, primarily due to hormonal fluctuations and age-related stiffness. This can potentially impact the function of the [...]

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