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

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.

PIlates MusingsLucie BecusJuly 24, 2023Surprise PilatesSurprise Pilates, pilates in surprise, surprise Arizona small business, pllates, reformer studio

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.

Pilates Reformer, PIlates MusingsLucie BecusJuly 17, 2023Surprise Pilatessurprisepilates, pilates, pilatesaz, surprise Arizona small business, surprise Arizona pilates, Stott pilate

Pilates with my Dad

Earlier this year my Dad came for a visit and he stayed with me about an eight days. My usual routine is to workout in the morning before going to the studio. The first morning my Dad was with me I was on the reformer in my office while my Dad was making his coffee and checking emails. He began making cracks about the ‘heavy breathing’ (my Pilates breath!) coming from the office. My Dad is a jokester!

Pilates ReformerLucie BecusJune 29, 2023Surprise Pilatessenior fitness, Surprise Pilates, pilates in surprise AZ, surprise Arizona small business, pilates studio lexington, arizona pilates, Stott pilates

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!

PIlates Musings, Pilates ReformerLucie BecusJune 22, 2023Surprise PilatesSurprise Pilates, pilates in surprise AZ, surprise Arizona small business, surprise Arizona pilates, Stott pilates, pilates

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?

Pilates Reformer, PIlates MusingsLucie BecusJune 11, 2023Surprise Pilatespilates, Surprise Pilates, reformer studio, PMA Certified Pilates Instructor, Stott teacher training, surprise Arizona small business

Expectations

Like most of you - I have high expectations for myself. I want to succeed and achieve my goals. This can be a great quality when it comes to working hard, following a plan, and succeeding in life. It is also something that needs to be kept in check when learning something new. It’s not realistic to try something new and be a pro!

That is where our expectations don't match reality.

Pilates Reformer, staying motivatedLucie BecusApril 3, 2023Surprise Pilatespilates, surprise Arizona small business, Surprise Pilates, pilates in surprise, surpriseaz, reformer studio, Stott pilates

Always Pilates

I love Pilates because of how it makes me feel and how it prepares me for all the other things I want to do. I spend my days in the studio preaching good posture, use of the core, engaging abdominal muscles and more. It’s something I am passionate about because I’ve seen the results in myself and so many others. Given this - it might surprise you to know I have realized lately, I wasn’t taking my own advice!

Lucie BecusMarch 16, 2023Surprise PilatesSurprise Pilates, surprise Arizona small business, pilates, reformer studio, pilates in surprise

Community

Earlier this week I had a fellow Pilates Teacher come to the studio for a private session. I had met her in Austin back in May at the Align Pilates Summit. She lives in Nashville not far from where I used to live but we never met there. Her parents live here in Surprise. Small World!

PIlates MusingsLucie BecusOctober 14, 2022Shine Pilates Studiosurprisepilates, surprise pilates, shinepilates, surprise Arizona small business

Remembering My Why

I’ve talked about your why before - the reason you choose to do Pilates. It is different for just about everyone. For some it’s about toning up. For others it’s about bone health and building strength. For some it’s an hour of de-stressing and coping. And for others it’s rehab. Whatever your why, I am glad you are choosing to Shine with me and with Shine Pilates.

PIlates MusingsLucie BecusSeptember 27, 2022Shine Pilates Studioshine pilates studio, Shine pilates, surprise Arizona small business, surprise Arizona pilates, surprise az fitness, senior fitness

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