Pilates is not

I was recently in Cincinnati visiting friends and family and had the opportunity to take Pllates classes at two different studios. This is something I love to do when I travel. It’s fun to be the student and to try new studios and new teachers. Usually, I have a great experience and walk away with a new cue or new sequence I want to bring back to my studio. And I am happy to report that was the case this weekend. Occasionally, however, I have a less than great experience and I attribute this to the class not really being Pilates!

So what is Pilates?

Pilates Reformer, PIlates MusingsLucie BecusDecember 5, 2023Surprise Pilatespilates, joseph pilates, Surprise Pilates, surprise AZ pilates, surprise Arizona small business

The Comeback

There is a LL Cool J song with the lyrics, “Don't call it a comeback, I been here for years”. I know this because it is often played during cardio tennis. It resonates with me - the idea of longevity, sticking to it and being a presence through the years. Let’s be honest though - many of us do falter and do have comebacks.

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Take the Chance

I recently listened to an interesting interview with a book publisher who has also written her own book about ‘sucking’ at things. She claims it is important and beneficial to do things that you will suck at. That may seem like a rather odd or contrary approach!

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AI isn't for Me

I recently checked out a local skincare franchise and soon regretted it. I was bombarded by multiple texts and messages. The sales pitch was strong! I choose to do facials and other treatments for pampering and relaxing and this approach was anything but soothing. If felt intrusive.

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Less is More

With the heat rising in Arizona, we’ve seen quite a few new students trying Pilates and Surprise Pilates for the first time. I love having the opportunity to be someone’s first experience with equipment Pilates. There are so many Ah Ha and Oh Boy moments.

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Ageless

One of the activities I’ve picked up since moving to Arizona is tennis. It’s something I’ve wanted to do for years but it just didn’t fit my schedule until now. Lately, I’ve been devoting a lot of free time to practicing, matches, and lessons. I am certain my Pilates practice is helping me as well! I always say Pilates prepares you for everything else!

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Answering Your Questions

There are some common questions I am asked at the studio and today I thought I would answer them for anyone reading. I always welcome your questions as they make me consider a different perspective sometimes or confirm that where we are is where we should be! So here we go:

Q: Why Don’t You Offer Your Classes in Levels?

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Mind Body Connection

Lately, I’ve been learning the game of tennis. I’ve been taking lessons and working on my serve. This motion is so foreign to me. Serving is not a natural motion. While I understand the physics of it, my body is trying all kinds of cheats to make it easier. Thank goodness for videos because I can see what I am doing wrong.

PIlates Musings, Pilates ReformerLucie BecusApril 23, 2023Surprise PilatesPilates workout, Surprise Pilates, surprise Arizona pilates, pilates club in surprise, reformer pilates, Stott pilates

Impact

This week I had my final session … for now with one of my snowbirds. She’ll be back in the Fall but it’s time for her to return to Wisconsin. When she came to me she explained her circumstances. After retiring with the goal of golfing more, she unfortunately has been plagues with many issues and several surgeries. All of this had left her not able to golf.

As with any new client it’s a bit of trial and error figuring out what works and what doesn’t. I look at it like a puzzle.

Pilates Reformer, PIlates MusingsLucie BecusApril 19, 2023Surprise Pilatespilates, golf

Dreaming of Pilates

I don’t usually remember my dreams but the other night I did and it was very vivid. They say dreams can tell us things and maybe that’s true because this dream while quirky certainly told me a thing or two. Let’s dive in for fun!

PIlates MusingsLucie BecusMarch 26, 2023Surprise Pilatessurprise pilates, pilates in surprise, surprise Arizona pilates, pilates, reformer studio

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