@Jj Vee I’m so glad the cat–cow already gave you some relief 🙏🏽 it’s such a simple but powerful move for waking up the spine and easing some tension. A 10-minute daily Yogalates routine is perfect for lower-back discomfort. Since I can’t diagnose anything, I’ll keep it gentle and general, but here’s what usually helps most people: • Cat–Cow — to mobilise the spine • Pelvic tilts — to switch on deep core support • Hip Bridges— to strengthen the glutes (amazing for back pain) • Supine twists — to release the lower back • Gentle hamstring + hip-flexor stretches — because tight hips often pull on the low back.. My mini classes start Monday, and I can absolutely create a beginner-friendly “Lower Back Relief” flow for you to follow daily. In the meantime, if anything feels tight, pinchy, or uncomfortable, let me know so I can give you a gentler or more specific modification ☺️

Hi everyone, I’m Gaby — thank you for being here. Here is a little snippet into who I am and why I have created this community 🩷 I grew up very shy and never really believed I could teach yoga. I used to sit with my Nan and tell her that one day I would teach, but deep down I didn’t think I was capable. When she passed, I made it my mission to finally follow through — and that’s when everything changed! I completed my 200hr yoga certification and began teaching in 2021. Around that time, I took my first Pilates class and instantly fell in love. I went on to earn my Pilates qualification, and as I taught both, I started naturally blending the two. That’s when I discovered how powerful they are together — the strength, core control, and posture correction of Pilates combined with the flexibility, mobility, and mindfulness of yoga. In 2023, I launched my first Yogalates class in Hereford, and people loved it. Eventually, I left my job and home to travel, but the one thing I truly missed was teaching. So I made the decision to bring my classes online — even though I’m incredibly camera shy. It’s been an interesting, uncomfortable, but beautiful journey already. Through teaching and coaching, I’ve seen how life-changing this combination is: you don’t have to choose between Pilates or Yoga, or spend time on both individually and burn yourself out. I created this community to show you exactly that. I’m so grateful you’re here. 💛

@Jj Vee Ahh JJ, welcome!! So happy to have you here ☺️ Yogalates is such a beautiful blend, especially if you already enjoy the grounding side of yoga and are curious about adding a little more strength and control through Pilates. That memory of doing Surya Namaskar on a rooftop at sunrise sounds magical! No wonder it stayed with you ✨ And restorative yoga on a Friday evening… absolute heaven 🤩 You’re in the perfect place as a beginner — everything here will be designed to ease you in gently, build confidence, and help you feel stronger and more connected week by week. My mini classes will start Monday, I can't wait to see how this journey goes for you! If there’s anything specific you’d love to learn or work on first, let me know 🤍