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 […]
Body Awareness
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 […]