WORDS: SARAH JOSEPH
Core Strength Gaby Noble, Founder of Exhale Pilates London, on how staying true to classical Pilates is game changing 82 emirateswoman.com
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What do the first 30 minutes of your day look like, your morning routine? My morning routine constantly varies due to the nature of my work and whether I am in London or Dubai. The four-hour time difference is indeed a luxury for me when I’m in the UAE, as I’m able to move at a slower pace before London wakes up. I usually wake up around 6am, and drink a glass of warm water with lemon to hydrate me after my sleep. While having the water I begin journaling and have found this activity to be an absolute game-changer. It actively quiets my mind as I set out my intentions for the day and write down all the thoughts that I have before engaging with anyone else. I enjoy a cup of coffee with oat milk, while going through my emails and messages. If my classes don’t begin early, I either workout in the gym, go to the Pilates studio or for a long walk. At some point during the day, I do the classical mat workout as it keeps my mind, body and soul in alignment. What led you to launch Exhale Pilates and how has it grown to date? Exhale Pilates all started by chance. After being in the wellness and hospitality industry for over 20 years and having been involved in the creation and launch of several global brands, I always knew I wanted to create my own. As an adrenaline junkie, I’ve always enjoyed that after effect after a spin or HIIT class, however, my body never did as I would always get injured and so I tried Pilates. What is at the core of Exhale Pilates and the DNA of the brand? Exhale Pilates as a brand is authentic, empowering and it holds integrity, similar to the Pilates we teach. We have built a reputation around trust and high standards, so that new and existing clients always have confidence in the quality of service and teaching they receive at Exhale. By combining a very friendly, warm and welcoming studio
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