Ballet Beautiful has made my pregnancy a joy. I've avoided back pain and swelling by keeping my core strong and body moving. — Mary Helen Bowers Copy Share Image
One of the things I found as a dancer is that you're trying to perfect your body but also protect it and… — Mary Helen Bowers Copy Share Image
The changes that your body goes through during pregnancy are so radical, I've really tried to embrace and celebrate my new body,… — Mary Helen Bowers Copy Share Image
Ballet Beautiful is a workout that transforms the body without overtaxing the system or joints. — Mary Helen Bowers Copy Share Image
I find that the thing that makes every body look the best is great toning, and really, really targeting the muscles, and… — Mary Helen Bowers Copy Share Image
A calming place, where you can go to escape it all and just focus on your body, is so wonderful to have. — Mary Helen Bowers Copy Share Image
Sometimes people feel really trapped by the body that they have. Women are told, 'You have this body shape; you're a pear… — Mary Helen Bowers Copy Share Image
Pregnancy is magical, I've never felt more connected to my body. — Mary Helen Bowers Copy Share Image
My body needs a lot of protein because I exercise so much. I eat dairy, meat, and gluten, but I stay away… — Mary Helen Bowers Copy Share Image
Ballet opens up the chest and the arms and elongates the body, so you carry yourself straighter. That's so important for a… — Mary Helen Bowers Copy Share Image
My company, Ballet Beautiful, is built around celebrating the strength and femininity of the female body - for me, pregnancy has just… — Mary Helen Bowers Copy Share Image
Have something that you enjoy, that satisfies you. For me, that is dark chocolate, red wine, and cheese. But make room in… — Mary Helen Bowers Copy Share Image
I'm very sensitive to salt. I always see and feel a big difference in my body when I eat it, so I… — Mary Helen Bowers Copy Share Image
A lot of people think the body is just about genetics, but the right approach can change its shape. — Mary Helen Bowers Copy Share Image
It's empowering to find a workout that builds strength and grace. — Mary Helen Bowers Copy Share Image
The image of a pregnant woman embracing her figure and really putting it out there can be scary to some people, but I don't… — Mary Helen Bowers Copy Share Image
The idea for 'Ballet Baby' started when I was going through my own pregnancy. — Mary Helen Bowers Copy Share Image
I've been so fortunate to have had such a healthy, easy pregnancy and have been incredibly active the entire way through. My favorite part… — Mary Helen Bowers Copy Share Image
For ballet dancers, style is about melding personal expression with physical form. — Mary Helen Bowers Copy Share Image
I love white linens and walls mixed with antique Victorian furniture. — Mary Helen Bowers Copy Share Image
I'll buy a special occasion dress even if I don't know when or where I'll wear it. — Mary Helen Bowers Copy Share Image
Ballet Beautiful has made my pregnancy a joy. I've avoided back pain and swelling by keeping my core strong and body moving. — Mary Helen Bowers Copy Share Image
If you don't have the time or money to get to the gym, work out at home. It saves tons of time and makes… — Mary Helen Bowers Copy Share Image
Because I dieted so much in the past, I just can't diet again. It's something I don't want to do and I don't even… — Mary Helen Bowers Copy Share Image
A simple ballet wrap sweater heats the back muscles but is easy to put on or take off without disturbing a dancer's makeup or… — Mary Helen Bowers Copy Share Image
