Thinking of trying out Pilates or starting an exercise program during the pandemic? Here's our list of the top 5 things NOT to expect during your Pilates virtual Pilates session! 1. Don't expect to feel bad about not exercising or not being in as good of shape as you think you should be. It happens to everyone and we will help you realize that getting back into shape is easier than you think. 2. Don't expect to be so sore that you can't walk down the stairs …
Getting Started
Aches & Pains that come with Birthdays…
Just 5 years ago, I was in my late fifties, and I was overweight, out of shape and not very healthy. i was the ultimate couch potato . I was pretty sure I could get up off the floor, but I knew I wasn't looking too graceful while I did it. My back hurt almost every single day, and my knees were creaky. When I got out of bed, I felt like I was walking like someone much older than my age. My best intentions to go for a walk every day, …
Weight Management & Pilates
Have you ever heard anyone say, "I do Pilates to lose weight and keep it off"? Probably not, and here's why: The Pilates method of exercise encompasses so much more than physical exercise and physical benefits! Even if you started practicing Pilates to drop some pounds, usually the transformation that happens by practicing Pilates is so much bigger than weight loss that you forget to even mention it when you're chatting with your friends about the …
3 Reasons to try small group classes in a studio setting
1. Your instructors get to know you and your body. In a small group setting an instructor can really get to know you, where you need to work, what motivates you and how to help you get the most out of your workouts(aka results). This makes for a very efficient workout(Let's face it we are all crazy busy these days and want to maximize our time!) 2. The most effective workout is the one you do. Making yourself accountable to a class, an …
Celebrate Purple Friday November Life Inspired: Roll, Release and Relax Class
Need to relax after the holiday? Our free Roll, Release, and Relax class is the perfect way to destress and pamper yourself! You'll spend all 50 minutes of this class using specialized therapy balls to do self massage throughout your entire body. These self massage techniques are designed to release tight muscles and fascial adhesions, releasing tensions and leaving you feeling more mobile throughout your entire body. This practice is great for anyone...from those …
November Beginner Pilates Mat 4 Week Series
November 7 -28, Wednesdays at 5pm with Jane McKenrick This 4 week Pilates Mat class series is designed for those who are brand new to Pilates and want to learn what it is all about and how they can use the Pilates method of exercise to feel better and move better in their body. This class will move slowly and participants will get detailed explanations of how to do each movement in a way that is safe for their body and in a way that makes it most effective for them! …
The secret that will make you want to start Pilates this week!!
If you have been following us on social media and reading our blogs and thinking about coming in I have a little secret to tell you today! If you have been looking for a relaxed, friendly place where you can strengthen your body safely, destress and actually enjoy your exercise time....we're excited you found us! You may already know this from following us... but we love helping people feel better in their bodies and we love being part of their health and …
4 Week Beginner Pilates Mat Series
Beginner Pilates Mat Series 4 weeks - Wednesdays at 5pm October 3, 10, 17, 24 Everybody has to start somewhere and if you are looking to start practicing Pilates or maybe come back to your practice, this is a great place to start. The Pilates Mat for Beginners class will focus on learning the fundamental Pilates skills as it introduces participants to a beginner mat sequence perfect for building strength and mobility in your body no matter where you are …