We’re pleased to feature Johnny Williams this month, detailing his inspiring story of using Pilates to gain strength and stability after back surgery. In his own words: My name is Johnny Williams. Back story. I ski patrolled for 16 years and relied heavily on my BIG muscle groups to tackle all the hills. I also […]
Pilates
PELVIC FLOOR: WHAT’S IT GOOD FOR?
Four weeks to a sculpted body! Five tips for chiseled abs! Social media, magazines, and commercials shout at us about the aesthetic benefits of exercise on a daily basis. While exercise certainly is the path toward a trim waistline, there are many other benefits to establishing a sustainable, varied, and consistent movement practice. Function Over […]
Is Becoming a Pilates Instructor Right For You?
Is Becoming a Pilates Instructor Right For You? 1. Do you want to make a quality living helping improve your life and others? Have you ever worked a job where you sat at a desk glancing up at the clock constantly and aching at the end of the day? What if you could make a […]
Are You Thinking of Starting Pilates?
Great News! There are a variety of styles and versatility to this practice. Pilates, especially the way we teach at Awake Bodies can be as unique as your body. Our studio has a unique way of running too. Let’s dive into all of this. First, pilates is named after a german man, Joseph Pilates. He […]
Sunsets, Sunrises, and Getting Started
Growing up in California, sunsets were something fun to see. I loved staying at the beach until the sun dipped below the water. When I moved to Colorado I began to crave those west coast sunsets over the water. I didn’t even know how special they were until they were gone. When I moved out […]
Taking Your Pilates Practice Off the Machine (or Mat) and Into Your Life
As a new year begins, it can be easy to fall into the trap of believing that if you just stepped up your practice in the studio, added in new workouts and pushed yourself harder in class that you might really reach your movement goals. It’s true that showing up to class, developing a consistent […]