RIVERCITY PILATES

11/12/2025

Robyn Conely Downs, an entrepreneur and wellness educator, says, "If you’re setting goals but not reaching them, it’s because you’re not using the right tools, the right strategies, habits, and mindset to get you there.

“Mindset and routines are the building blocks for success toward your wellness goals”.

Common sense will tell you that if you dread your workout, you may need to work harder on your mindset and habits. Clients tell us they love their Pilates workouts, because they never get bored, and they get results - two big factors in creating new habits.

More information in her wellness podcast - https://realfoodwholelife.com/feelgoodeffect/radical-consistency/?utm_campaign=meetedgar&utm_medium=social&utm_source=meetedgar.com

11/11/2025

If you are new to our Rivercity Pilates community, let me introduce myself. I'm Carey Sadler and I opened Rivercity Pilates 16 years ago because I wanted to share my love of Pilates with Iowa. My husband and I had just returned "home" after living out East in the Philadelphia area for about 9 years. We loved our time in the Philly area but we also missed Iowa and missed being close to our family. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Did you know? My college degree was in Chemical Engineering from the University of Iowa. My first job out of college was at ADM in Cedar Rapids. I was the first female engineer they had hired at that location! I learned so much during my years as an engineer..but the thing that stands out to me the most was the experience of learning how to work with people.. I walked into a situation where there weren't many people there that knew what to do with me as their first woman engineer(who was only 21 years old!). But I soon learned that if I connected with the people I was working with by being kind and respectful and worked hard I earned their respect and we could create great working relationships. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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That simple idea is what we do at Rivercity Pilates when it comes to helping people use exercise to feel better in their body. We make it our goal to connect with you, learn about where you are in your fitness journey and then with as much kindness and respect we help you reach your goals!

11/09/2025

Your self care might not be the same as someone else's self care! Thank you for the ideas Mellow Doodles !

11/05/2025

Your core is the central part of your body. It includes your pelvis, lower back, hips and stomach. Strong core muscles make it easier to do many activities. When your core muscles are strong, it's easier to swing a golf club, get a glass from the top shelf and bend down to tie your shoes.

Weak core muscles can leave you more prone to poor posture, lower back pain and muscle injuries. Strengthening your core muscles may help back pain get better and lower the risk of falls.

Many people think of their core as just their abdominal muscles, but it's important to remember to work your lower back and glutes as well! The Pilates swimming exercise strengthens the muscles on the back of your body: the butt, the thighs, and the back muscles!

11/04/2025

Pilates is a practice. The first step is learning the basics.

Do you remember when you learned to swim? How many lessons/classes did you take before you learned things like diving into the deep end or a specialty stroke like the breast stroke or the butterfly?

Joseph Pilates created exercises that when practiced with precision and focus create amazing results in your body. Our instructors will guide you as you learn to practice this amazing exercise methods. Consistent practice creates results.

11/02/2025

Self Care is a choice!

10/29/2025

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to teach Pilates?

Carey’s been meeting with future teachers for complimentary sessions — a chance to experience the feel and vibe of Rivercity Pilates, ask questions, and learn more about the Teacher Training Program right here in Eastern Iowa!

This program offers national Pilates teacher certification — and it’s designed for real people with real lives (weekend-based and completely doable even with a busy schedule!).

✨ Curious? Your first step is as easy as a conversation and a complimentary session with Carey!

10/28/2025

The Pilates Cadillac is very similar to the Pilates Tower Systems in the studio, but it does have some extra benefits! The Cadillac has a set of parallel bars that run across the top of the equipment that allow you to do a variety of exercises while holding or even hanging from the bars. These exercises can be great for building strength and mobility in the shoulders.

10/26/2025

One way to practice self care is to practice gratitude.....

The one thing all humans have in common is that each of us wants to be happy, says Brother David Steindl-Rast, a monk and interfaith scholar. And happiness, he suggests, is born from gratitude. An inspiring lesson in slowing down, looking where you're going, and above all, being grateful.

10/22/2025

When you do Pilates, you'll stand a little straighter, get a bounce in your step and just feel better! Call Carey and ask about a free intro session!

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10/21/2025

✨ New to Rivercity Pilates and not sure where to start? Carey’s here to walk you through it!

Your first step is scheduling a complimentary Introductory Session. It’s your chance to get a feel for the studio, ask questions, and see how Pilates can help you feel your best — all with no pressure!

Because we’re a small business, we may not always be available to chat with drop-ins — but we always want to connect with you. 💜

👉 Book online through our website
📧 Email us for available times
📞 Call and leave a message at (319) 665-2499 — we’ll get back to you!

10/20/2025

What if your workout didn’t feel intimidating—but instead felt like a personalized, supportive conversation about your health and goals? 💜 That’s exactly what you’ll find with Colleen at Rivercity Pilates.

With a master’s in Sports Psychology, certifications in personal training and health coaching, and years of experience in the local fitness community, Colleen blends expertise + heart to guide women 50+ toward strength and confidence.

Choose from 30-minute sessions to fit into your day—or 50-minute sessions for a complete personal training experience. And your first one is FREE. ✨