Hi! I'm Dr. Sara Solomon and I'm a Pilates Instructor, StrongFit Coach and Physiotherapist. I've put together a 10-minute Pilates routine that targets the main arch (core). Why? Because all StrongFitt ...[Read More]
10-Minute Pilates Routine
Strawberry Banana Protein Soft Serve
You only need 5 minutes to prepare this easy recipe! It's a delicious way to add more protein, fibre, and fruit into your diet! Ingredients 1 cup very frozen strawberries 1/2 a very frozen banana 1/4 ...[Read More]
Protein Shake Recipes
All of my protein shake recipes are quick and easy to make. All you have to do is combine and blend the ingredients. These recipes come in handy when you haven't had a chance to go to the grocery stor ...[Read More]
Apple Pie Oatmeal
You only need 5 minutes to prepare this easy recipe for microwave Apple Pie Protein Oatmeal. Ingredients 1/2 cup rolled oats (I used Bob's Red Mill 5 Grain Rolled Hot Cereal) water 1 chopped apple (le ...[Read More]
Glutes 101
Glutei Max: hip extensor. This is your butt muscle, and it's the biggest muscle in your body. It's the powerhouse of your body, and it's responsible for the posterior pelvic tilt. You use them when yo ...[Read More]
Glutes FIRE FIRST
GLUTES FIRE FIRST! Is your timing off? Did you know the glutes are supposed to fire FIRST? If they don't, that's when problems can arise. Correct Firing Sequence: right glute max, right hamstring, the ...[Read More]
Core Activation Routine
Do this 5-minute routine with me: you'll need a long foam roller. I start all of my training sessions with this routine. CORE ACTIVATION IS THE FIRST STEP!
Glute Max Activation Routine
I do this 8-minute activation exercise before all my training sessions to ensure my glutes are firing. I also do it if I have pain. I start by tacking and releasing my short/tight hip flexors on a foa ...[Read More]
Glute Bridges Routine
Do this 4-minute routine with me. The goal is to feel this in the glutes. Remember: firing sequence is paramount. Make sure the low back and hamstrings aren't firing first. Don't let the low back arch ...[Read More]
Glute Med Activation Routine
Do this 17 minute routine with me We will address both the hip adductors (groin muscles) and the hips abductors (glutei med) in this video. The adductors are notoriously tight and short, and they like ...[Read More]
Bird Dogs and Side Planks Routine
Do this 6 minute routine with me. Bird Dogs: Keep your hips square and don't arch your low back. The goal is to extend your hip using your glute max (not your low back). Squeeze the glute in the other ...[Read More]
Standing Stabilization Routine
Do this 4-minute routine with me. Keep your hips square. Hold onto something if necessary. Squeeze the glute in the stance leg.