Align Pilates® Minneapolis

This new year, make a resolution to check out Align’s brand-new reformers! Designed by Amy Taylor Alpers and Rachel Taylor Segel (founders of the Pilates Center in Boulder and Adrienne’s teachers) and manufactured by Balanced Body, the new CenterLine equipment replicates the original reformer designed by Joe Pilates himself. These reformers have been specifically designed for the classical style of Pilates that Align teaches–you’ll love the how the clean and simple design feels in action. From the alignment of the headrest to the slight drag of the carriage wheels (the better to engage your core!), these reformers have been designed to facilitate ease of movement and encourage fluidity in your Pilates practice.

Reserve your spot in class so you can experience the new equipment for yourself! Coming to Align in January. Visit Balanced Body for a video tour of the new CenterLine reformers.

Fun fact: Align co-owner Adrienne Fitzmaurice is responsible for naming the CenterLine suite of equipment!

The new CenterLine reformer is specifically designed for the classic Pilates repertoire.

Would you believe me if I told you that one workout routine has the power to give you an energy boost, flatten your midsection, strengthen your back and improve your flexibility…all while sitting down? Probably not, right? Well prepare to be amazed. If you haven’t been introduced already, it’s time you got to know Gyrokinesis.

Gyrokinesis is a seated workout routine that adopts many of the same graceful and energetic movements found in Pilates, yoga, dance, swimming and Tai Chi. In a Gyrokinesis class, you sit on a low chair or stool and move in there-dimensional, circular movements. These movements target your core muscles, allowing you to shape and strengthen your abs and achieve a greater range of movement. The ultimate result is a taller, tighter, leaner you.

This Prevention article gives the scoop on Gyrokinesis and the benefits this workout routine has in store for your body. Got the scoop and want the goods? Align offers Gyrokinesis classes that are open to all levels of movement. Try a class this week and understand first-hand the genius of Gyrokinesis.

The healthiest picks for your weekend pleasures and indulgences.

Got to Have It

Hemp Oil Lotion ~ 40% Off!

• What: An all-natural, soothing, calming and protective lotion.
• Why: It’s like a great big hug for your skin.
• Where: Online at The Bubble Roome.

Bits and Bites

Butterscotch Cornflake Candy

• What: A 3-ingredient recipe for a delectable holiday treat.
• Why: 3 is the magic number.
• Where: Online at Pinch My Salt.

Around Town

2009 IBEW Holiday Lights in the Park

• What: View 1.5 miles of dazzling light displays, from the comfort of your car.
• Why: Bright lights, big city.
• When: Now through December 31st ~ 5:30 – 10:00 p.m.
• Where: Phalen Golf Course ~ 1615 Phalen Drive, St. Paul.

I Think I Can

The Imagination Prompt Generator

• What: Randomly generated cues to stir your creativity.
• Why: Exercise that writer’s muscle.
• Where: Online at the Creativity Portal.

Practice Makes Perfect

FREE Pilates w/ Adrienne Fitzmaurice

• What: Free Pilates = happier holidays.
• Why: Align Pilates is lululemon’s Studio of the Month!
• When: Saturday, December 19th @ 9:30 a.m.
• Where: The lululemon Minneapolis Showroom ~ 313 W 50th Street, Minneapolis.

The healthiest picks for your weekend pleasures and indulgences.

Got to Have It
Maha Yoga Pant

• What: The mighty yoga pant.
• Why: You are a force to be reckoned with.
• Where: Online at angali.

Bits and Bites
Café Agri

• What: An organic restaurant with a local focus.
• Why: Home is where the heart is.
• Where: 4300 Bryant Avenue South, Minneapolis

Around Town
Beginning Reformer Class

• What: A Pilates practice that uses spring resistance to elongate and strengthen the body.
• Why: Be a little longer, a little taller.
• When: Saturday, September 26th ~ 9:00– 10:00 am
• Where: Align Pilates’ NEW location! ~ 3021 Holmes Avenue South, Minneapolis

I Think I Can
Rocky Training Video

• What: Rocky’s gonna fly now.
• Why: It will rock you.
• Where: Online at YouTube.

Beth Orton – Thinking About Tomorrow

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