Getting ready for your first Pilates class can feel like preparing for a secret mission—there’s equipment you’ve never seen, terminology that sounds like a foreign language, and a sudden concern about whether your leggings are "squat-proof." Whether you’re heading to…
Trails are quiet and serene. If you ask a trail lover like me, trails are a slice of heaven with unspoiled habitat. I love the soft terrain, natural beauty, and stunning views. I have learned that switching to trails from…
Morning workouts, anyone? I see myself as one of the self-righteous people who get up early, downs a cup of coffee, and immediately must get her cardio session in, or my whole day is unproductive. Something about getting your heart…
Yoga – what do you think of when you hear that word? You probably picture flexible fitness enthusiasts twisting their bodies and hanging upside down. Let me give you some good news; you don't have to be hyper flexible to…
Starting on the fitness journey can be intimidating. After a long day of work, it’s tempting to chill out on the couch. You lack the motivation to act. If you have a specific goal in mind, like competing in an…
I teach so many different group exercise class modalities. Barre classes are by far my favorite classes to teach. I figured I would share the benefits of barre classes with you in this blog. What is Barre? Barre is a…
Recovery was the one word that I always thought was unnecessary in the athletic dictionary. Yes! My slogan was to work out as hard as possible for many years. To me, "workout" meant working and no rest. I would brush…
Your core is the powerhouse, which helps with daily functional movements. Many people only recognize abdominal muscles as body’s core. Core muscles are more than just the six-pack ab-muscles. The front and back muscles of the body's midsection are called…
If you haven’t tried side planks, you are missing out. Side plank is a unilateral core drill. The unilateral nature of this drill makes it excellent for identifying and correcting muscle imbalance and weakness. Research has found that people with…
Time: 6:30 A.M. – 7:30 A.M. Three workouts in one! This class is a total body workout that combines cardio, strength training and core exercises. A total body workout designed to define & tone every muscle in every way. Great…