In the arm work section of class, we target all three parts of the deltoid (commonly known as the shoulder muscle) in addition to the biceps, triceps, chest and back. Below, is a deeper understanding of the deltoid muscle with some sample exercises on how to target the different parts so that you can get the most […]
Last week we held our annual Dailey Method owners retreat at our new flagship Studio in Fairfax California. This is truly one of my favorite weeks of the year – getting together with an amazing group of smart, motivated and inspiring women (and a couple men) that are all passionate about the class and the […]
As with much in life, things happen for a reason. I originally chose Appreciate as the word of the month because this week is teacher appreciation week and I know how important it is for teachers, who work so hard and give so much, to get the appreciation they deserve. I appreciate the people I […]
Teacher Appreciation Week is next week and to begin to honor it I wanted to share a letter from a teacher who has touched my heart and many others. This is specific to his teaching at The Dailey Method but can be related to teaching in many different facets. Colin has commitment and passion to […]
As a busy Mom one of the biggest challenges I find is providing my family with nutritious and healthy food without losing the fun and enjoyment that I want my kids to associate with meal time. One of the best tips I’ve gotten is from my friend, studio owner and TDM anatomy trainer, Kerry Corcoran […]
Your pelvic floor muscles are your deepest pelvic stabilizing muscles. They are also the base of support for your entire core and therefore require a lot of strength for optimum health. Oftentimes women aren’t aware how to engage these muscles until they are taught when they’re pregnant and many men will never know. The support these […]
In the past few weeks, you have learned what it means to me to be #happyfit so this week, we bring you what it means to be #happyfit to our studio owners and students. Here is a round up of some pics posted on Facebook and Instagram! Have a #happyfit week and don’t forget to […]
In honor of April and our word of the month, here are some things that make me #happy 10 things about life that make me #happy: Monday nights when Nico (my 12 year old daughter) makes dinner The peonies that just bloomed in my yard #favoriteflower A cappucino That my children don’t have lice anymore […]
We are inundated with messages about body image, and unfortunately most of them are not very positive. This time of year, magazine covers tell us to “get ready for bikini season” with images of bodies that have been airbrushed, cut, cropped, and distorted – images that are not real. And images that usually don’t make us feel […]
Neutral is the most optimal position for our spine. In neutral spine alignment we maintain all 4 natural curvatures of the spine and allow for the greatest range of motion and capacity to absorb impact. Neutral spine creates balanced space between each vertebra so that discs are in their most stable position. Years of bad […]
