Have you thought about trying a mat Pilates class, but weren't sure what to expect? Pilates instructor, Harjit Naghra, shares more about this popular fitness format and its many benefits.  Because Pilates is a great core workout and can be done without any supplies, it's a great home workout routine option.  Learn how it could fit into your personal fitness routine. Show notes: FitArmadillo.com/Podcast. The Fit 15 by Fit Armadillo® #TheFit15 @TheFitFifteen @FitArmadillo Ep 39

Expecting? Congrats! Have NO idea what to eat during your pregnancy? You're not alone! There often seems to be a longer list of foods you should not eat when pregnant than tips on what you can enjoy.  Scientist and author Dr. Nicole Avena has published a great book, What to Eat When You're Pregnant: A Week-by-Week Guide to Support Your Health and Your Baby's Development to make pregnancy nutrition less stressful.  Show notes: FitArmadillo.com/Podcast. The Fit 15 by Fit Armadillo® #TheFit15 @TheFitFifteen @FitArmadillo Ep 40

The certified fitness professionals at Fit Armadillo aren't just personal trainers! Meet Pilates instructor, Harjit Naghra. We talk about her favorite forms of fitness, she shares a fun fact, talks about what she'd do if she only had 15 mins for a workout routine, her favorite piece of fitness equipment and more. You'll learn how Harjit found Pilates and about her fitness company, Willow Fitness. Show notes: FitArmadillo.com/Podcast. The Fit 15 by Fit Armadillo® #TheFit15 @TheFitFifteen @FitArmadillo Ep 38

When she was diagnosed with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS), Kayla didn't think much of yoga. She thought it was a little too "woo." However, after trying it and finding that it did help her chronic illness she had a change of heart and eventually became a yoga instructor. Kayla also recently published her book, Yoga for Chronic Pain: 7 steps to Aid Recovery from Fibromyalgia with Yoga, which she talks about on the episode. Show notes: http://FitArmadillo.com/Podcast The Fit 15 by Fit Armadillo® #TheFit15 @TheFitFifteen @FitArmadillo Ep 37

Yoga instructor, author, and constant traveler, Kayla Kurin, helps us understand the many health benefits of yoga. She reviews the different types of yoga (hatha yoga, vinyasa flow, power yoga, yin yoga, restorative yoga) as well as how yoga can benefit you and your fitness goals off of the mat.  Kayla also shares her fitness journey and how she, reluctantly, started her yoga practice. Show notes: http://FitArmadillo.com/Podcast The Fit 15 by Fit Armadillo® #TheFit15 @TheFitFifteen @FitArmadillo Ep 36