Hot Girl Pilates

Someone online tells you “your skin looks like shit” while you’re on your honeymoon in the Maldives... I think somehow that one message became a catalyst for so much change in my life. Listen to find out how that led to one of the biggest decisions of my life: leaving Los Angeles and moving back East to New York while VERY pregnant. I also share something personal that changed how I show up online...

Ever wondered about the enigmatic figure whose fitness philosophy we all adore? This episode is an is an enlightening exploration into Joseph Pilates, the flawed yet visionary human behind our beloved exercise system. We start with an intimate look at his personal battles, from childhood ailments to the relentless pursuit of physical excellence. His story is not just one of overcoming adversity bu...

It is an absolute honor to have Mychele Sims on the podcast. You might have seen Mychele on Pilates Anytime, or moved with her in Groov3, or seen her brand Get2Werk . We discuss saying yes to life, tips for new instructors, finding movement that works for you and navigating social media. Connect with Mychele on Instagram and checkout her website . Download my app for iOS or Android ! Click here to...

This week's episode is inspired by the recent uptick in popularity of cycle syncing. If you are an OG listener of this podcast, you know we have been into it before it became trendy, and we will be into it after as well. A recent article came out criticizing cycle syncing for women's fitness. And it it inspired me to get into it.  PS there's a few life updates in the first half of t...

My skin has been something I have thought and worried about for more than 11 years. I want to share my experience with hormonal acne, everything I have tried and where I am at today with it. This episode is not to give you skin care advice, it's to share my experience and hopefully give you some ideas on how to become more loving to yourself. Download my app for iOS or Android ! Click here to...

I am so thrilled to welcome an OG RPS member and energy EXPERT onto the podcast today. So many gems in this one. Enjoy!  How to connect with Sue: Email: Sue@element50.com Phone: 203-299-6325 Instagram: @element_50 Set up a personal shopping experience at the rock shop click here . Download my app for iOS or Android ! Click here to sign up for a 7 day free trial of RPS. Click here to download my fr...

The age old question. Is pilates all I really do? It it enough for your goals? Let's get into it. Download my app for iOS or Android ! Click here to sign up for a 7 day free trial of RPS. Click here to download my free cycle syncing guide. Get my free props guide here . Connect with Ruth on Instagram & TikTok . Don't forget, you're a BAD B! Stand SO tall & proud. Music: OH Y...

It's been a little bit since I recorded a pod, and this episode will get into why. Let's chat burnout, how to know it's time to make a change, and I will also get into my experience working at a corporate vs boutique pilates studio. Happy listening, thank you for being here. Download my app for iOS or Android ! Click here to sign up for a 7 day free trial of RPS. Click here to downl...

Back with another hot girl life hacks episode! We will chat about health, happiness and productivity tips. The stuff I am loving lately that has made my life better. Can't wait to share with you! Some of what we talk about is behavior based, but I have product recommendations too and those you can find on my Amazon store here . Download my app for iOS or Android ! Click here to sign up for a...

I am so excited to have my friend and colleague on Hot girl Pilates to chat all things online biz, instagram, creative process, tech, failure and more. Lena has been a wonderful and supportive friend of mine in the movement world, and we have grown so much together. So happy to share this valuable convo with you! Connect with Lena: Instagram Website Download my app for iOS or Android ! Click here...

I had no idea that getting a dog would make me a better pilates instructor, but I have learned so much from training Valentino. Let's talk about motor learning, positive reinforcement and more! Download my app for iOS or Android ! Click here to sign up for a 7 day free trial of RPS. Click here to download my free cycle syncing guide. Get my free props guide here . Connect with Ruth on Instagr...

This week's topic and hot girl chat is all about body image. I will also answer the q+a questions that came in. Download my app for iOS or Android ! Click here to sign up for a 7 day free trial of RPS. Click here to download my free cycle syncing guide. Get my free props guide here . Connect with Ruth on Instagram & TikTok . Don't forget, you're a BAD B! Stand SO tall & prou...

This episode we are talking about doing the scary stuff, my experience with manifesting, plus a few questions that came through on my Instagram that I am happy to answer here. Plus some life and wedding planning updates! Download my app for iOS or Android ! Click here to sign up for a 7 day free trial of RPS. Click here to download my free cycle syncing guide. Get my free props guide here . Connec...

In this episode I share how giving up on my dreams actually led me on the path to finding my purpose and my life's work. Little life update: These past few weeks I haven't quite felt like myself, but I am finally feeling a bit more on track now that I have hit my follicular phase (yay).  I am so proud of the bad bs who continue to show up and take care of themselves, staying hydrated, fu...

Have you come across anything in the fitness world that gives you the ick? Cuz same. We will also discuss a recent failure I experienced, fears and advice on how to face them. Thanks so much for being here! Download my app for iOS or Android ! Click here to sign up for a 7 day free trial of RPS. Click here to download my free cycle syncing guide. Get my free props guide here . Connect with Ruth on...

I am so excited to be back with an episode inspired by a listener. Thank you so much for this request. I will give you some tips and stories about when I began teaching. We will talk studios, boundaries, clients, group classes and more.  Download my app for iOS or Android ! Click here to sign up for a 7 day free trial of RPS. Click here to download my free cycle syncing guide. Get my free props gu...

It is my absolute honor to have my friend and loyal bad b Theresa Mobilio on Hot Girl Pilates. 5 years ago, Theresa became very ill. She had just completed her 200hr yoga teacher training when all of the sudden a mysterious pain on her side turned up, gaps of memory were just gone and she lost her sense of standing on solid ground. It turned out she had an extremely rare autoimmune disease called...

This one is for the curly folks who never felt like they were beautiful in their natural state. You will hear my hair horror stories, embarrassing moments, struggles and even hair trauma that I overcame to be where I am today. It's been a journey, and its a journey I am still on. But I am grateful for it. Shout out to the curlies! Click here for my fav curly products mentioned on Amazon. Down...

I have missed ya! So excited to be back for a chat. In this episode we talk about a little bit of everything; what it's like getting to 100k, lucky girl syndrome, my new fav tech and a teaser of a new type of class coming to RPS, how training my dog made me a better pilates instructor, how pilates can improve your sex life (in many ways), boundaries, my new curly hair routine, fav walking sho...

It is an honor to have my friend, mentor and teacher Niedra Gabriel on the podcast this week. She has taught thousands of students across the globe in both Yoga and Pilates, specializes in fascia release, was trained by Romana Kryzanowska, and is a revered and cherished instructor on Pilates Anytime. I am lucky to have trained with her for my comprehensive certification in Pilates. We discuss her...

Battle of the leggings! I have had my fair share of hits and misses. Here’s the deets, from camel toe, to smoothing, to the most cozy. Enjoy! Download my app for iOS or Android ! Click here to sign up for a 7 day free trial of RPS. Click here to download my free cycle syncing guide. Get my free props guide here . Connect with Ruth on Instagram & TikTok . Don't forget, you're a BAD B!...

This week my IG page caused a bit of a stir! Many folks chimed in at how relieved they were to hear that pelvic tilt is not a big deal, but a few people came out of the woodwork spreading nocebic fitness culture myths. And one of my favorite things to do is bust them! So hear we go. Enjoy! Download my app for iOS or Android ! Click here to sign up for a 7 day free trial of RPS. Click here to downl...

This can be a spicy and contentious topic within the Pilates community, but it doesn't have to be. Let's discuss 3 distinct styles of Pilates you will commonly encounter today and talk about the good the bad and the ugly. Download my app for iOS or Android ! Click here to sign up for a 7 day free trial of RPS. Click here to download my free cycle syncing guide. Get my free props guide he...

In this week's episode, I am sharing my fav life hacks for health and productivity. We are talking a phone hack to make it less addictive, big ass water bottles, tech, fidgets and more. Check out my amazon list  here for links to some of the products I shared.  Download my app for iOS or Android ! Click here to sign up for a 7 day free trial of RPS. Click here to download my free cycle syncin...

This episode is about refining your practice. These are concepts that I have learned over the years, but only recently fully embodied and felt. They take time, but can help you feel much more in the moment and flow of your practice. We talk about isolation, opposition and your own habits and unique form. Download my app for iOS or Android ! Click here to sign up for a 7 day free trial of RPS. Clic...