My name is:
Natalya Hoffman
I’m a:
Pilates Instructor
My non-negotiable wellness habits are:
Some sort of body movement, whether that be pilates, running, cycling, or at times just mobility work. And SLEEP. Sleep is incredibly underrated.
My morning routine looks like this:
I feed my cat and make my cup of coffee. I’d like to say I’m a morning green juice gal, but that first thing in the a.m. cup of joe is a gift! I quietly get ready and am out the door by 5:30 am.
Coffee or tea?
Coffee in the morning. Tea in the afternoon/evening.
My diet is filled with:
Diversity. I’m on a life-long pursuit of a healthy and diverse gut microbiome.
In my fridge, I always have:
Avocados, lemons, limes, eggs, and fish in the freezer.
In my pantry, you’ll always find:
Nut butter, beans, legumes, bone broth, and EVOO.
Go-to breakfast:
Breakfast is usually light. If I’m hungry, I’ll have a banana or some yogurt and maybe a few hard-boiled eggs.
Lunch usually includes:
A smoothie or a salad, depending on the day. I’m conscious of getting some protein, fiber, healthy fat, and greens here.
Favorite snacks:
Nuts. Protein Bar. Bone Broth. Hardboiled egg. Dried Fruit. Avocado. Dark chocolate.
Dinner is often:
Salmon with some sort of veg. Or maybe a good taco night or pasta with some organic dark ground turkey. Perhaps a hearty chili or soup that’s been in the slow cooker all day. Skies the limit at dinner!
My favorite way to get my sweat on is:
Infrared sauna! I don’t generally sweat in pilates, but of course it’s my favorite movement modality.
My favorite pilates move:
It’s impossible to pick just one. I’d say anything that has me lying prone (face down) or on my side. I have a deep appreciation for posterior and lateral chain work.
Favorite Podcast:
Feel Better Live More with Dr. Chatterjee
My favorite way to unwind is:
To play with my cat, read, and perhaps have a good glass of natural red wine.
For me, self-care means:
Sunshine, sleep, boundaries, and healthy outlets.
Supplements I love (if any):
Lypo Spheric Vitamin C and a great digestive enzyme.
Makeup and skincare products I can’t live without are:
I’ve never really been a makeup girl. I’m only consistent with brow gel and some lip balm or gloss. When it comes to skincare, I swear by vitamin C serum, B5 serum, Hyaluronic Acid, and a balm called Egyptian Magic.
On a Friday night, you can find me:
I teach a few classes on Friday nights, but afterwards you’ll find me relaxing at home with my husband and cat.
Words to live by/life philosophy:
1) It costs nothing to be kind.
2) Think globally, act locally.
If I had known then what I know now, I would tell my younger self:
Trust your intuition. It’ll all work out.
A small goal I’m working on is:
Less screen time.
A big goal I am working toward is:
Better time management skills in my personal life.
More about Natalya Hoffman
Natalya Hoffman is a 600-hour comprehensively certified Pilates Instructor. She holds a BS in Speech/Communication and several specialized certifications, including Pre/Postnatal & Mobility Specialist. Most recently, Natalya ran both a full and half marathon. She lives in Westchester with her husband and treasured rescue cat.
Thank you, Natalya
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