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The historic town of Obidios and lunch in Nazar\u00e9 followed by a visit to the top of the cliffs for the most spectaular, breathtaking views.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u200bThere is a reason we take our practice out of the studio and into the world. In Pilates, we focus on alignment and breath, but sometimes, you need a change of scenery to truly feel those principles in action. During our excursion this past October, we visited two locations that perfectly mirrored the balance we seek in our bodies:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u200b\u00d3bidos: Grounding & Stability<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

We began in the historic town at the Usseira Aqueduct (pictured). Looking at those 16th-century arches, I couldn’t help but think about the spine\u2014a strong, curved structure designed to support everything else. Walking the town of \u00d3bidos was an exercise in active recovery; the cobblestone streets challenged our ankle stability and balance, turning a simple sightseeing walk into mindful movement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u200bNazar\u00e9: Expansion & Breath<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Aqueduto da Usseira<\/strong>. It transported water from springs in Usseira to the fountains of \u00d3bidos. It has maintained its structure since the 16th century. Of course, I loved the structure and angles of the image.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Later, we headed to the cliffs of Nazar\u00e9. Standing at the S\u00edtio, looking down at the vast expanse of the Atlantic, felt like a deep, cleansing exhale. This spot is famous for its massive energy and waves, reminding us of the power inherent in nature\u2014and in ourselves. It was a moment of pure decompression, allowing us to return to our practice with the memory or “lightness” and “expansiveness.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u200bMoments of Movement and Mindfulness <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Standing on the cliffs of Nazar\u00e9 overlooking the Atlantic Ocean; inhaling the salt air and watching the endless horizon was the ultimate reset for the nervous system. Definitely a raw power place — the same energy we try to harness in our practice. It was the perfect backdrop to reconnect with our bodies outside the studio. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We stood atop the S\u00edtio<\/strong>, the clifftop district that watches over the town. This spot is steeped in the ‘Legend of Nazar\u00e9,’ where a knight was miraculously saved from falling off the cliff while hunting in the fog. Today, it\u2019s famous for a different kind of miracle: the North Canyon<\/strong>. This underwater geological trench funnels massive swells toward the lighthouse (Forte de S\u00e3o Miguel Arcanjo), creating the largest surfable waves on the planet. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even on a calm, sunny day in October, standing on those cliffs gives you a fresh perspective on the power of nature\u2014a perfect theme for our movement journey.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n