Why your fitness strategy stops working after 40 (and what actually works)

Women performing strength training

You’re not lazy. You’re not broken. Your body just changed the rules. This is what I tell every client between 35 and 50 who comes to me frustrated, confused, and feeling like they’re failing at something that used to be easy. They’re doing yoga. Pilates. Intermittent fasting. Eating clean. Moving their body. Doing everything they’re […]

What is functional training? Complete guide 2025

Functional training

Quick Answer: What is Functional Training? Functional training is a science-based fitness methodology that prioritizes exercises mimicking real-life movements, building strength, mobility, and coordination that translate directly to daily activities. Unlike isolated muscle training, functional training teaches the body to work as an integrated system through compound movements, mobility work, and appropriate loading strategies. Key […]

Why movement is the new power move for luxury corporate events

Group Luxury Training

And why Mahalo Moves is the partner your brand has been waiting for Picture this. A rooftop in Lisbon. The sun is just rising. Your executive team is barefoot on yoga mats, breath syncing with the ocean breeze. Phones are down. Minds are calm. Focus is crystal clear. In just 30 minutes, your team is […]

Why appearance shouldn’t be your main motivator for strength training

Movement magic

When you think of strength training, the first thing that might come to mind is sculpted arms or a toned physique. While improving your appearance is a great benefit, strength training goes far beyond aesthetics.  Strength training is a powerful tool for improving overall health, boosting mental well-being, and enhancing your quality of life.  5 […]

Pregnancy pilates: is it safe and what to avoid?

Pregnancy Pilates

Congratulations, you are pregnant!  Great news and super exciting, as a new adventure starts. But it might also trigger a lot of questions and doubts at the same time. Can I still exercise during pregnancy? I heard good things about Pilates for maintaining a strong body, but is Pilates safe when you are pregnant? Can […]

Weight training for women. Why start?

Women weight training

Weight training used to be something that only men did. But, and this is a very big BUT. Times have changed. Women have discovered the weights ánd science shows more and more how important it is that women lift weights. 7 very good reasons for women to start weight training tomorrow.. or maybe today? It […]

How to work-out (in the gym) for the first time

Fitness

Going to the gym is easier said than done. It’s not only finding time to do it – which is already quite a challenge if it’s not in your habits – but the idea of all those machines, weights, tools, muscular people – who all seem to know exactly what they are doing… Nerve-wracking.. Why […]

Is Pilates good for low back pain? Our thoughts & top 5 exercises

Low Back Pain Yoga

There’s two ways to answer this question actually. The short answer is: yes, in general it is. However, the long answer is: it’s very personal. Pilates helps building awareness of the position of the spine and it focuses on strengthening all the muscles around it. For this reason, it might feel a bit uncomfortable if […]

Office work: how to stay fit and painless with a desk job

Sitting Desk Pain

10 desk work hacks to keep you healthy Take the stairs, skip the elevator An easy way to burn calories for free. Generally, you don’t save much time by taking the elevator – unless you work on the 22nd floor, of course. In your mind it might sound like horror to climb stairs instead of […]