Mongoose Bodyworks

Strengthening the Gluteals 101

Keeping your gluteal muscles ( butt muscles) strong is an important element to creating healthy full body motions such as climbing stairs, getting out of a chair and most athletic activities. This short sequence will give you a great starting point to creating strong...
A Holistic Approach to Wellbeing

A Holistic Approach to Wellbeing

A holistic approach to wellbeing in NYC; Pilates and Naturopathy It’s no surprise that Pilates is on the rise – with a focus on efficient movement and core awareness, there’s a lot to love about this mind body fitness program. At the same time, Naturopathic medicine –...
Pilates and Physical Therapy

Pilates and Physical Therapy

Pilates And Physical Therapy: A Two-Part Approach  Pilates and physical therapy. Two separate disciplines with different objectives, right? In truth, Pilates and physical therapy (PT) have much in common – including a history rooted in building strength and...
Pilates and Acupuncture

Pilates and Acupuncture

A Match: The Powerful Connections Between Pilates and Acupuncture  In recent years, holistic approaches to health have all seen a surge in popularity – and with good reason. More than just placebo effect, practices like acupuncture promise to have a measurable...
Reformer Pilates in Soho NYC

Reformer Pilates in Soho NYC

The Pilates Reformer The Pilates Reformer is the primary piece of equipment designed by Joseph Pilates. It is used in private sessions and small group settings alike.  Although the design has gone through some modern revisions the essence of the machine has remained...