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Stretch & Strength: Thoracic Spine – Mobility That Lasts
The thoracic spine (mid-back) is designed to rotate, bend, and extend — movements we need for everyday activities like reaching overhead,...

Tamara Smith
2 min read


Why Your Desk Job Might Be Causing Elbow Pain - and what to do about it!
If you train with me, you’re probably already careful with your workouts. You modify when needed, avoid overloading your joints, and...

Tamara Smith
3 min read


What’s the Difference Between Assisted Stretching and Massage?
Learn the key differences between assisted stretching and massage — benefits, techniques, and how to choose what’s right for your body.

Tamara Smith
2 min read


Water Heals: Why Aquatic Therapy Is Uniquely Effective for Recovery
There’s a kind of tired that goes deeper than muscle soreness. It’s the full-body kind — tight shoulders, buzzing nerves, a nervous...

Tamara Smith
2 min read


Why Your Workouts Aren’t Working Anymore — And How to Fix It
If you’ve been working out, doing all the “right” things, but it feels like the progress has stalled.. you're not alone. I hear this all...

Tamara Smith
4 min read


Which Class is Right for Me? A Comparison of Class Offerings at Solara Studio
EVOLVE vs. Small-Group Circuit Training: Which Program Is Right for You? When it comes to getting stronger, fitter, and healthier,...

Tamara Smith
1 min read


Stretch & Strength: Hip Flexors – Mobility That Lasts
Tight hip flexors can make it harder to stand tall, limit your stride length, and contribute to lower back or hip discomfort. These...

Tamara Smith
2 min read


The Benefits of Aquatic Therapy for Arthritis Relief: What the Science Says
Struggling with arthritis? Learn how passive aquatic therapy can ease joint pain, reduce stiffness, and support healing—backed by PubMed studies

Tamara Smith
2 min read


Lifting After 40: How to Build Muscle and Support Your Joints
So here’s the truth: You’re not broken, you’re not too old, and yes—you absolutely can build muscle after 40! In fact, if you’re feeling...

Tamara Smith
4 min read


The Real Reason Menopause Makes Weight Loss Harder
And What You Can Actually Do About It Let’s talk about something many of us are experiencing: One day we’re eating how we always have,...

Tamara Smith
4 min read


Parent / Child Swim Workshops
Whether your child is a fearless water baby or a cautious observer, this workshop is designed to support you in becoming your child’s...

Tamara Smith
2 min read


Stretch & Strength: Traps & Neck – Mobility That Lasts
Tightness in the traps and neck can cause stiffness, headaches, and tension that travels into the shoulders and upper back. These muscles...

Tamara Smith
2 min read


Stretch & Strength: Calves – Mobility That Lasts
Tight calves can limit ankle mobility, affect balance, and make walking, running, and squatting feel more difficult. They also play a big...

Tamara Smith
2 min read


Recovery Tips After Long-Distance or Endurance Events:
Whether you just swam 10 miles, ran a marathon, completed a triathlon, or a full-day mountain hike—what you do after matters just as...

Tamara Smith
3 min read


Strength Training for Marathon and Endurance Swimmers: A Complete 2-Day Program
Swimmers don’t just need water time—they need strength, stability, and muscular balance to swim longer, faster, and with fewer injuries. ...

Tamara Smith
3 min read


Stretch & Strength: Lats – Mobility That Lasts
Tight lats can limit overhead mobility, affect your posture, and even contribute to shoulder or lower back discomfort. Your lat muscles...

Tamara Smith
2 min read


Stretch & Strength: Wrists & Forearms – Mobility That Lasts
Tight wrists and forearms can limit grip strength, reduce comfort during lifts, and cause discomfort with daily activities like typing,...

Tamara Smith
2 min read


Lifting for Bone Health: A Women's Guide to Strength Training for Stronger Bones
Lately, I’ve been spending my study hours diving deeper into the science of building bone—both as a preventative measure against...

Tamara Smith
6 min read


7-Week Remote Challenges: Your Schedule, Our Guidance
Join our summer 6-week EMPOWER-U strength training challenge for women, where you'll experience remote, personalized coaching and support...

Tamara Smith
4 min read


Summer Fitness at Solara Studio
Summer’s almost here, and I’m excited to share what’s happening at Solara Studio ! Whether you want to lift heavy, move mindfully, or...

Tamara Smith
3 min read
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