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Emily O'Dea
Sep 9, 202415 min read
My 2024, in my 40s, PostPandemic, Post-2-Babies, First Serious Weight Loss Journey, Open Diary
My story of losing weight after two babies, in my 40s utilizing yoga and Pilates.
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Emily O'Dea
Apr 25, 20244 min read
Eating with the Seasons
When we choose to eat with the seasons its a subtle and powerful way to create balance in the body and the mind, increasing our sense of wel
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Emily O'Dea
Apr 1, 20244 min read
Growth for the Pilates Community
Pilates is growing up here in the greater Seattle/Tacoma area and I'm sensing a need for some inner growth as well. I drafted this post...
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Emily O'Dea
Feb 26, 20242 min read
Pilates Principles
Pilates principles are: Breath, Concentration, Control, Centering, Precision, Balanced Muscle Development, Rhythm and Flow, Whole Body...
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Emily O'Dea
Feb 26, 20243 min read
What is Mindfulness? And, What is Mindful Movement?
I was so upset when I saw a studio use the word "mindful movement" in a setting that was anything but. What is happening to the world? My...
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Emily O'Dea
Jan 28, 20242 min read
8 Tips to Help Your Meditation Practice
I absolutely know that meditation can be very difficult for some, and I understand life happens and it's a practice that can start to...
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Emily O'Dea
Nov 19, 20233 min read
The Power in New Year Intentions
I am a big fan of reflecting on the past year around the winter solstice and then creating a new intention for the new year in January....
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Emily O'Dea
Oct 5, 20232 min read
Feet are the Underdogs of the Body
Have you ever wondered what's the purpose of those weird toe socks, and running shoes? Is there a function for the form or is it a weird...
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Emily O'Dea
Oct 5, 20232 min read
Gratitude Practice
What it is, and how it can make you a happier person As I was preparing to write this blog post I was pulling books off my self and...
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Emily O'Dea
Jun 21, 20234 min read
Pilates vs Yoga
Let me count the ways.... They are beautifully intersected, but also they dance to slightly different tunes. I counted 20 ways they are...
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Emily O'Dea
Jun 21, 20235 min read
Sprinkles of Movement Add Up
How to manage your busy days during the first years into motherhood and with additional little ones before grade school arrives.
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Emily O'Dea
Jun 20, 20232 min read
Settling in Summer Vibes
How to create those cool, calm, summer vibes. Hello summer solstice! The change into summer brings the longest day of the year and its...
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Emily O'Dea
Nov 6, 20222 min read
Winter Wellness Tips
"Live in each season as it passes; breathe the air, drink the drink, fast the fruit, and resign yourself to the influence of the earth."...
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Emily O'Dea
Aug 31, 20222 min read
Flow of Fall - Tips to Handle the Season Change
Fall is by far my favorite season of the year! I can feel myself light up just thinking of it. The crisp air. The layers of cozy patterns...
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Emily O'Dea
Aug 25, 20226 min read
Mama Core 2.0 is here!
With the arrival of my second daughter this spring I revisited my Mama Core programming I wrote in Spring 2020. I journaled my progress...
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Emily O'Dea
Aug 10, 20221 min read
Grounding Baked Oats
Oats can be very grounding and centering. Warm. Hearty. Sweet. Yummy. For me this recipe feels like the comfort of camping in the woods,...
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Emily O'Dea
Jul 25, 20223 min read
How to Create a Home Workout
Hey there friends! Here are my pro tips for creating a home workout that will leave you energized, and attended to! Here are the elements...
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Emily O'Dea
May 17, 20225 min read
Mindful Parenting Books (0-5yr)
I absolutely treasure the fact that I got to be a mother. I entered this role reluctantly. I've always been a late bloomer so it doesn't...
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Emily O'Dea
Nov 19, 20212 min read
Pregnancy Resource List
Those of you who have worked with me, know I love my books and research! During my first pregnancy I pretty much stayed with what the...
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Emily O'Dea
Nov 25, 20202 min read
Mindful Mama's Reading List
Inspired by my client, Kate! I have had the distinct honor in being my client Kate's yoga coach these past few months during this...
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